Westminster city council

Employer: Westminster City Council

Salary: Up to £98k

Basis: Full time 

Location: Westminster

Westminster City Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Compliance and Building Safety to lead their building compliance team and agenda. This pivotal role is crucial in ensuring tenant safety and building compliance across their diverse housing stock, including 22,000 tenant and leasehold properties and 3,500 temporary accommodation units.

About Westminster City Council: 

Westminster is a vibrant and diverse city, home to over 250,000 residents and 50,000 businesses. Westminster City Council’s vision is to create a supportive, safe, and thriving community where everyone can flourish. They are committed to building a Fairer Westminster, with ambitious goals outlined in their Council Delivery Plan for 2024-25.

The Role: 

As the Head of Compliance and Building Safety, you will:

  • Provide outstanding leadership within the Housing portfolio.
  • Oversee all aspects of landlord compliance, tenant safety, and building safety.
  • Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Engage with residents to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
  • Lead and develop strategic and operational partnerships.

What Westminster City Council Offer:

  • A culture of excellence and community recognition.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • A diverse and inclusive environment that values different perspectives.

The Ideal Candidate: You are a seasoned professional with a proven track record in housing compliance and building safety. You are passionate about making a positive impact and leading a team to success. Your leadership style is collaborative, and you are committed to fostering a culture of high standards and accountability.

For an informal discussion, please contact Bonnie Amos English on bonnie.amos-english@berwickpartners.co.uk or +44 (0) 121 389 3655.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 30th October

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