Interim Director of Housing & Regeneration

INTERNAL 12 MONTH SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY

External Applications will not be considered

About the Role

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to drive forward our ambitious Housing and Regeneration agenda.

As Director of Housing & Regeneration, you will provide strategic leadership to shape and deliver a coordinated housing and regeneration programme that supports inclusive growth and sustainability.

You will lead the development and delivery of a strong pipeline of housing projects, oversee the Housing Investment Fund, and support major programmes including retrofit and transforming brownfield land. Acting as the LCRCA’s lead for housing, you will work collaboratively across internal services and with stakeholder partners such as Local Authorities, Registered Providers and the private sector to influence policy, unlock investment and accelerate delivery.

This is a highly influential role, working closely with senior civil servants, local authorities, Homes England, registered providers and private sector partners to ensure the Liverpool City Region maximises opportunities and delivers high-quality outcomes for residents.

About the person

We are looking for a collaborative and commercially astute leader with a proven track record in housing and regeneration.

You will bring significant senior leadership experience and the ability to operate effectively in a complex, politically led environment. You will be confident working across organisational boundaries, influencing at the highest levels and delivering impactful, place-based outcomes.

Above all, you will be a visible, values-led leader who champions collaboration and innovation in line with LCRCA’s behaviours: LCR First, Respect and Action Focus.

If you would like to apply please click on the link below and submit a 500 word expression of interest along with your CV by Friday 3rd July 2026.

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• Flexible and hybrid working
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa