Decant Manager
Location: Stratford, London
Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time
We are recruiting for an experienced DecantManager to join a leading housing organisation based in Stratford, supporting residents affected by regeneration, redevelopment and remediation projects.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in social housing, decanting, rehousing or regeneration who can coordinate complex rehousing programmes, manage stakeholder relationships and ensure residents receive a high level of support throughout the process.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate temporary and permanent rehousing programmes for residents affected by regeneration, redevelopment and remediation works.
- Develop forward plans and forecast future rehousing requirements in line with upcoming projects.
- Analyse resident data, monitor programme progress and identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, consultants and local authorities to coordinate resident moves.
- Ensure residents receive clear, timely and empathetic communication throughout the rehousing process.
- Support residents with additional needs or vulnerabilities and manage sensitive situations professionally.
- Prepare management reports, programme updates and documentation for senior stakeholders.
- Monitor project budgets, manage risks and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Use project planning software to develop programmes, track progress and support effective delivery.
About You
- Experience within social housing, housing regeneration, redevelopment or community development.
- Experience of decanting, rehousing or coordinating resident relocation programmes.
- Strong organisational, planning and project management skills.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
- The ability to manage challenging situations with empathy, patience and professionalism.
- Experience analysing data, preparing reports and monitoring programme performance.
- Knowledge of rehousing legislation associated with regeneration and decant programmes.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and project planning software.
- An understanding of budget management, risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
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