Executive Director Housing and Communities
circa £178,000
At Kensington & Chelsea, we are transforming services, strengthening resident voice and building a culture where trust and co-production are at the heart of decision-making. We are seeking an exceptional and compassionate leader to join our Executive Management Team and share our commitment to delivering an ambitious agenda for residents and communities.
This is a unique opportunity to lead one of local government’s most important and high-profile portfolios. With the lessons of Grenfell at the heart of everything we do, you will bring together our co-production work with our determination to be a caring and competent landlord.
Working closely with political leaders and colleagues across the organisation, you will oversee our £400 million investment programme in council homes, and harness innovation and new technology to modernise services and drive lasting change.
Your passion for communities will be evident through your leadership of community participation, culture, and partnerships with the voluntary and community sector. An inspiring and visible leader, you will motivate our workforce, build strong relationships with residents, and continue to strengthen trust across the borough.
Job Description and Person Specification
RSH Regulatory Judgement August 2025
Recruitment timetable
| Closing date: | 28 August 2026 |
| Technical interviews: | 11 – 15 September 2026 |
| Shortlist decision: | w/c 21 September 2026 |
| 1:1/stakeholder panel: | w/c 28 September 2026 |
| Final panel: | w/c 5 October 2026 |