Housing PFI Client Manager 

PO6: Starting salary £53,109 rising in annual increments to £56,151 incl LW 

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. 

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. 

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team:

Lambeth Housing Private Finance Initiative (PFI) Client Team, consisting of the Client Manager and a Contract Performance Officer, is part of Housing Partnerships, Performance and Strategy team that sits within the Council’s Housing department. 

About the Role:

Lambeth is looking to appoint a housing professional who understands managing housing contracts for their PFI Housing Scheme at Myatts Field North.

Do you have a passion for creating strong partnerships and delivering exceptional housing services to all residents? Then this exciting opportunity is for you. 

As Housing PFI Client Manager, you will work in partnership with PFI Contractors to robustly monitor the PFI Agreement and play a vital role in ensuring the residents of the Myatts Field North estate receive the highest standard of services while achieving value for money for the Authority. You will be instrumental in continuing the excellent working relationships the Authority enjoys with the PFI Contractors on this high-performing scheme.

To be considered for interview, please upload your supporting statement will clearly evidence:

• A deep understanding of the strategic challenges within the housing sector. This is likely to have been gained through experience working either within a local authority/housing association or in a PPP/PFI environment in other sectors.
• Experience in contract management, including the ability to research and critically analyse information and intelligence. 
• A high level of commercial acumen and an eye for detail, with the ability to analyse and interpret complex data. 
• A proven track record of managing successful relationships with key external partners, as well as strong political awareness. 
• Confidence in engaging at Director level with all stakeholders, both within the Authority, including Members and Senior Management, and externally with residents. You should also be able to write complex reports and briefings for senior managers and Councillors.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, passionate and committed to improving housing services for our diverse resident population. If you have the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Job Description and Person Specification

Your supporting statement should demonstrate with examples how you meet the requirements of the Person Specification marked with ‘A’.

“Previous applicants need not apply”

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lynette Peters Lpeters2@lambeth.gov.uk 

Recruitment Timelines:

Advert close date: 11:59pm on Thursday, 9th May 2024.

Shortlisting: Friday, 10th May 2024.

Interviews:  Thursday 16th May 2024.

Benefits:

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

• Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid Working.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
• Discounts at local restaurants.
• Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
• Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
• Trade Union Membership.

How to Apply:

If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. 

In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.

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