Home Finder Team Manager
London Borough of Hillingdon
Housing£53,172 - £57,402 per annumPermanentCloses: 28 June 2026
About the role
- Hillingdon Council is recruiting a Home Finder Team Manager to lead the delivery of Private Rented Sector (PRS) and Temporary Accommodation (TA) supply. This is a critical role at the heart of the housing system - working with landlords, agents and providers to increase supply, improve placements and reduce reliance on temporary accommodation. You will play a key role in delivering MTFS outcomes and improving access to housing for residents. You will lead the Home Finder team, responsible for sourcing, securing and sustaining accommodation supply across PRS and TA.Secure homes. Build supply. Deliver solutions.About the opportunity
You will:- Build and lead a high-performing Home Finder team
- Secure PRS and TA supply through landlord and provider engagement
- Develop strong relationships with landlords, agents and accommodation providers
- Drive placements and move-on from temporary accommodation
- Manage day-to-day sourcing, referrals and supply pipelines
- Oversee complex negotiations and affordability decisions
- Use data to track supply, performance and outcomes
This is a fast-paced, outward-facing role requiring strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and operational leadership.
Why this role matters
This role directly increases housing supply.
You will:- Bring new properties into use
- Reduce reliance on temporary accommodation
- Enable move-on and improve flow through the system
- Deliver value for money and MTFS savings
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a confident, proactive leader who can influence and deliver in a challenging market.
You will bring:- Experience in housing supply, PRS, procurement or partnerships
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working with landlords, agents or providers
- A track record of delivering outcomes and managing performance
- The ability to lead a team and drive results at pace
We want leaders who:- Take ownership and deliver outcomes
- Build strong external partnerships
- Thrive in fast-moving environments
- Are focused on solutions and results for residents
What you can expect:- A high-impact role directly increasing housing supply
- The opportunity to shape PRS and TA sourcing strategies
- A central role in delivering MTFS and service transformation
- Strong leadership support and development opportunities
- Flexible and modern working arrangements
Why Hillingdon
A stable, ambitious council investing in housing services and leadership to meet demand and deliver better outcomes.
Interested? If you’re ready to secure supply, build partnerships and make a difference, we want to hear from you. For more information please contact: [email protected].Please note that both permanent and fixed-term contract opportunities are available. Successful candidates may be considered for either option based on business requirements and candidate preference. About us
- We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:
- Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
- 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
- Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
- Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
- Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
- Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
- Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
- Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
- Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.
- Trade Union Membership – The Council recognises UNISON, Unite, AEP and GMB and supports employees’ freedom of choice in relation to trade union membership.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.
The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.
Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.
Recruitment Information
Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject to the following pre-employment screening:- Enhanced DBS Check
- 2 years of Referencing
Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.
It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.