Croydon Council
Head of Housing Growth
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Head of Housing Growth
Salary range: Grade CSR B £94,918 - £100,805 p.a. plus fantastic benefits
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Croydon
Identifying Opportunities. Securing Investment. Delivering New Homes.
Croydon is one of London's largest boroughs and we have ambitious plans to increase housing supply, regenerate communities and deliver high-quality homes for residents.
We are seeking an experienced Head of Housing Growth to lead the identification, appraisal and development of future housing opportunities across the borough. You will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for building and maintaining a pipeline of housing and regeneration schemes that support Croydon's long term growth ambitions.
This is a pivotal leadership role focused on the front end of the development process. You will oversee site identification, feasibility studies, viability assessments, business case development, planning and procurement activity, ensuring opportunities are thoroughly assessed and progressed through governance and approval processes. Working closely with residents, elected members, developers, consultants, funding bodies and strategic partners, you will help unlock development opportunities, secure investment and shape future regeneration programmes.
You will provide strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects, balancing commercial considerations, resident priorities and long-term value for the borough. As a member of the senior management team, you will contribute to wider Housing Directorate priorities and play a key role in delivering Croydon's housing growth and regeneration ambitions.
Requirements
We're looking for someone who has:
- Significant experience in housing development, regeneration, property or growth programmes
- A strong track record of identifying, appraising and securing development opportunities
- Experience developing business cases, feasibility studies and viability assessments
- Strong commercial, financial and programme management skills
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing external partners
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills
- Experience working within a complex and politically sensitive environment
- A passion for delivering housing growth, regeneration and positive outcomes for communities
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Why Croydon
This is an opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of housing growth. You will help secure the opportunities that will deliver new homes, attract investment and create lasting benefits for residents and communities. Our benefits include:
- Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating a supportive work environment where all staff can thrive.
- Career Development: We invest in our staff and support their development.
- Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%, up to 31 days of annual leave (eligibility criteria apply) in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more, a commitment to your well-being and work-life balance with access to the confidential and free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7.
- Family Friendly provisions: Generous maternity leave and family leave provisions
- Work Life Balance: Options for flexible and agile working options in line with service demand
- Make a Difference: Be part of a council that is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents through effective and compassionate housing management. At Croydon relationships matter and we are about strong partnerships and working together to make lasting positive change.
Application Information
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- To view the Head of Housing Growth role profile please click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jYWu8THN3w02_vCNBLwasrRnFIY2kseh/view?usp=drive_link
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Application Closing Date: Wednesday 26 August 2026
Assessment Centres: Week Commencing Monday 31 August 2026
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.
Croydon Council’s priorities:
- Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable
- Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and businesses
- Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith sectors
- Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice
- Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities
Key business plan outcomes:
- Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning
- Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential
- Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home
- People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer
- Croydon Council’s new ways of working
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.
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