Strategy, Policy and Data Officer

• Ipswich Borough Council
• Address:Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2DE
• Salary:39152 - 40777 per annum
• Hours:Full time37 hours per week
• Contract:Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference:0490

Are you meticulously organised a natural problem-solver and driven by a passion for precision Do you want to be at the centre of our organisations decision-making process ensuring everything runs seamlessly and to the highest standard Do you want to play a central role in ensuring our organisation operates with integrity transparency and a robust approach to compliance

The Housing Strategy Policy and Data Officer role is the beating heart of our housing governance and assurance function. You will provide essential hands-on support to the Housing Leadership team ensuring the smooth operation of our Housing governance arrangements and core processes. This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain deep exposure to the inner workings of a high-performing and purpose-driven social housing provider and develop a robust career in housing governance and compliance.

You will be a key advisor to our senior officers responsible for fostering a culture of trust and resilience and ensuring we are always ready for whats next.

You will day to day develop write and review documents and work with colleagues to ensure key deadlines are met. Whilst ensuring that compliance documents and housing records are maintained and kept up to date. Working arrangements will be typically Monday to Friday working from our officers in Ipswich.

Educated to a minimum of A level with experience of / or having a specific housing qualification is advantageous. Knowledge and understanding of housing related issues and national housing policy is essential along with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all levels including external organisations.

Hours of work are 37 per week Monday to Friday.

This is a hybrid working role (a minimum of one day per week working in the office).

As well as a good salary we offer a career grade average pension scheme generous holiday and sick pay entitlements subsidised parking for work and leisure public transport discounts free swimming and gym membership cycle purchase scheme plenty of personal and professional development opportunities flexible working hybrid working opportunities Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please email Gavin Fisk Assistant Director Housing on

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Please download theJob Description and Person Specification (pdf) to find out more about this role.

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Please note CVs are not accepted.