Homes England
Senior Manager - Project Approval Governance
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Senior Manager - Project Approval Governance
Senior Manager in Approval Operations
Locations: Birmingham, West Midlands (B1 2AX) • Bristol, South West England (BS1 6EH) • Longstanton, East of England (CB24 3EN) • Liverpool, North West England (L3 1BP) • Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber (LS11 9AT) • Manchester, North West England (M1 6EU) • Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England (NE4 5BZ)
About the Role
Working within a small and ambitious team responsible for supporting the efficient approval of Homes England and national housing projects, the Senior Manager plays a critical role collaborating with the Head of Approval Operations.
You’ll join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering unparalleled customer service, taking an innovative approach to resolve governance challenges. Diversity is valued, fostering strong collaboration and decision-making. This opportunity allows you to work across governance, project governance, and assurance, liaising with Homes England’s senior leadership, as well as government counterparts, within a progressive organisation driven by social purpose.
As part of a dynamic team that collaborates with functions like Corporate Governance, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Government Sponsorship, you’ll thrive in a matrix management environment, supporting diverse project teams in ensuring timely approvals.
You’ll contribute to the design and execution of strategic projects aimed at refining processes, guidance, and operational standards. Each day brings new challenges—balancing routine responsibilities with innovative project initiatives—and offers unrivalled scope for expertise development.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Head of Team to manage complex project approvals and stakeholder engagements, facilitating efficient decision-making.
- Work closely with senior leaders, preparing both written briefings and verbal presentations on key projects and critical issues.
- Develop a deep understanding of the commercial and operational impacts of your team’s work, shaping strategic discussions and persuasive arguments.
- Represent the organisation’s bold mission, demonstrating resilience in managing high-level stakeholder relationships through empowering and inclusive dialogue.
- Push for innovation and collaborate as an inclusive, cohesive team player, blending governance expertise with potential improvements to workflows.
- Suppport process-oriented strategic projects to refine the team’s approval chain, fostering adaptable policies, guidance, and methods.
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Experience and Skills
Essential
- Qualifications or equivalent experience (degree level or relevant) in governance, policy, or similar fields.
- Extensive experience in public sector governance (or comparable environments).
- Strong interpersonal skills, adept at managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
- A positive and proactive mindset, committed to continuous learning.
Desirable
- Familiarity with approvals management processes, procedures, or practices (particular experience intact in property/regeneration/housing beneficial).
- Direct experience within project governance and approvals networks.
Benefits
Homes England offers:
✅ 33 days annual leave (plus 8 statutory UK bank holidays) to all staff. ✅ Flexible working options: support for part-time roles, job shares, and tailored working patterns. ✅ Health Screenings through Nuffield Health, plus an Employee Assistance Programme (24/7). ✅ Occupational Health support for employee wellbeing. ✅ Professional development: annual sponsorship for memberships aligned with your career. ✅ Family-friendly policies: additional leave for maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
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Security & Compliance
✎ Successful candidates must undergo:
- DBS Disclosure & Barring Service check (An enhanced check covering criminal history and barred lists).
- Civil Service Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance to protect government assets.
- Identity verification via Experian (if living arrangement coincides with Probationer employment).
Unsound credentials, failures, or proven misrepresentations throughout the process may lead to withdrawal of applications or disciplinary effects.
Application & Information
How to Apply
Visit Homes England Careers Portal for application links.
⚠️ Employment Restrictions – This position is not regulated by the Civil Service Commission. Equal Opportunities are championed, comprising a Disability Confident initiative, ensuring compliance with (EEO) guidelines.
Diversity Commitment
Inclusivity is at the core of Homes England. Your application is welcome if:
- Age and experience align with the role’s requirements.
- Career background matches the described levels of governance/compliance experience.
Further Accessibility
For disabled candidates fulfilling minimum criteria, we guarantee interviews if requested.
Contact
For queries: 📧 Recruitment Team: recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk
Security & Privacy Considerations Personal data is protected in line with GDPR and HM Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Further information Personal Information Charter.
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