Manchester City Council

Director of Housing - Manchester City Council Band SS4 £111,669 - £123,071 Neighbourhoods Directorate Building Care in Quality, Building Care in Homes, Building Care in Manchester Manchester is a city shaped by its neighbourhoods-diverse, ambitious communities powered by a shared belief that great places transform lives. We are now seeking a visionary Director of Housing to lead our housing delivery functions and drive forward a modern, high performing service rooted in community wellbeing, building safety, sustainable neighbourhoods and excellent resident experience. As a senior leader within the Neighbourhoods Directorate, you will guide our strategic approach to Neighbourhood Housing, Repairs & Maintenance, Asset & Repairs, Building Safety & Compliance and Resident Experience & Income functions -ensuring high quality services and performance that meet the aspirations of our residents and support the city's long term growth. You will provide clear, compassionate leadership to the management team and wider service, championing innovative approaches to place based delivery and continuous improvement building on our recent C2 rating from the Regulator of Social Housing. A core aspect and your immediate focus will be to lead in delivering transformational change and improvement, in particular to the in-sourcing of the Repairs & Maintenance contract and establishing an in-house direct labour organisation. With strong political awareness and a commitment to the values of Our Manchester , you will forge robust & trusting relationships across the Council, with partners, and at regional and national levels. This is a role for a leader who is passionate about the power of good housing to build strong, safe, thriving communities-and who can turn strategic vision into meaningful impact on the ground. To find out more please visit Download the Candidate Briefing Pack For a confidential discussion, contact our recruitment partners at Penna: Pete John on or or Ali Tasker on or Closing Date: Sunday 24 th May 2026

Role title: Director of Culture & Creative Industries Employer: Manchester City Council Location: Manchester Salary: £111,669 - £123,071 Shape one of the world's most distinctive cultural cities Manchester is a global cultural city with a powerful local identity. Culture is central to the city's growth, regeneration and sense of place, and following the announcement that Dave Moutrey is retiring, we are seeking an exceptional Director of Culture & Creative Industries to lead at a pivotal moment. This is one of the most senior local authority culture roles in the UK, with significant national and international influence. The role provides strategic leadership for Manchester's cultural and creative ecosystem, from world class institutions and major events to grassroots venues, creative businesses and neighbourhood based activity. Reporting to the Strategic Director (Neighbourhoods), you will act as Senior Responsible Officer for our Always Everywhere: Manchester's Cultural Ambition , and lead delivery of the Manchester Creative Industries Strategy. You will ensure culture and creativity are embedded across council priorities including inclusive economic growth, regeneration, skills, health and zero carbon ambitions. You will: Provide clear, visible leadership for culture, creative industries and major cultural programmes. Chair and strengthen citywide governance, including the Cultural Strategy Partnership Board, Creative Industries Leadership Group and Events Commission. Lead significant capital, commissioning and regeneration activity linked to culture and creative industries. Secure investment and drive innovation, commercial development and cross sector partnerships. Represent and advocate for Manchester locally, nationally and internationally with government, funders and global cultural networks. Lead and grow a multidisciplinary service, building new creative industries capacity within the Council. We are looking for a nationally credible cultural leader with significant senior level experience in the cultural or creative industries, public sector or similarly complex environments. You will bring a strong track record in creative industries development, investment and partnership working, alongside financial and commercial acumen. You will be politically astute, emotionally intelligent and a confident communicator able to navigate complex issues, convene diverse partners and deliver at pace. A deep understanding of UK cultural policy, the role of local government and a genuine commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and neighbourhood access are essential. This is a rare opportunity to shape Manchester's cultural future, balancing global ambition with local community impact in a city that takes culture seriously and expects delivery. For more details click (insert call to action) or contact; Rebekah Herz-Bauman : Gary Evans : Carmel Bell : Closing date: Monday 24th May

Highway Structures Lead Salary: Grade 11 £55,940 - £59,715 (Bar at £58,498) per annum pro rata + potential 10% Market Rate Supplement (£65,686) Working Hours: 35 Hours per week Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Location Albert Square, Manchester, M60 - Hybrid working arrangements Closing Date: 08 May 2026 This role is subject to: Two References - Where possible we require 3 years' employment history click apply for full job details