Community Development and Engagement Officer

Community Development and Engagement Officer Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
The Post The postholder will be key to ensuring that our council tenants and leaseholders have a voice and influence the decisions made by Brent Housing Management and the Council is a leading example of resident engagement. Required to build positive working relationships with residents including the wider community, this can be through formalised groups such as resident associations or generally through consultation. The Person The post holder expected to be a champion and advocate for high quality social housing and the people who live in these homes, exemplifying a culture that tackles stigma and promotes the values set out in the Social Housing White Paper. We are looking for someone with flexibility and adaptable an effective communicator who can demonstrate empathy, has strong networking and collaborative skills, used to conflict resolution and has cultural awareness and a proactive and resident focussed attitude. Why join us?

We know people achieve their best when they feed valued. At Brent, you’ll benefit from:

• Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS)
• Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles
• Supportive family-friendly policies for parent, guardians, and carers
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans
• Travel perks including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and great onsite facilities
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career
• Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure, and entertainment

Closing date: Monday 11 May 2026 (23:59)