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What we are looking for
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Income Manager (Income and Tenancy Sustainment Lead) to join our newly transformed Housing Management Service.
To be successful you will share ourvalues commitment and motivation to make a difference for our residents clients and communities.
About the role
This is a senior role in our Housing Management Service and is crucial to driving forward our mission to enhance services for our council tenants.
In this pivotal role you will lead operational teams responsible for income collection tenancy sustainment and housing for older people. Your strategic vision and empathetic approach will be essential in achieving exceptional outcomes for our tenants and communities.
Our service is making significant strides in improving tenant satisfaction and operational efficiency and we are looking for a motivated leader to continue this momentum.
You will be at the forefront of implementing innovative strategies and initiatives that ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of respect and fairness.
You will work closely with the Head of Housing Management to support the strategic direction of the housing service ensuring that our tenants receive the highest level of care and service.
About you
We are seeking a senior professional with a proven track record in leading operational teams and driving service improvements. You will possess a deep understanding of housing management including income collection tenancy sustainment and housing for older people.
Your strategic vision and empathetic approach will ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements while achieving exceptional tenant satisfaction.
You will demonstrate significant achievements in maximising income collection ensuring rent compliance and setting service charges.
Your leadership and dedication will contribute to the overall success of our housing service ensuring financial stability and compliance while making a real difference in the lives of our tenants.
If you are a motivational leader with a passion for enhancing community wellbeing and fostering a culture of respect and fairness we invite you to apply for this pivotal role.
About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public private and voluntary sectors we provide excellent services to our 190000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.
We provide homes and services to almost 7000 council tenants across the districts.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment economy and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits of working for us
For more information visit ourEmployee Benefits page ()and viewThe best things about working for Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils (youtube)to find out what our employees say about working for us.
Our ways of working
Work is what we do not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way with a mix of office home and remote based working (Business needs permitting).
We are committed to supporting equality and diversity Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
For more information
If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please contactRobert Longfoot Head of Housing Management by either emailing or by calling 0.
Please read theJob Description and Person Specification (pdf) before applying for this job opportunity.
Closing date: 5pm 15 July 2025
When applying please ensure:
Previous applicants need not apply
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time