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Team Leader Renters Rights Advice

Advert closes on 18 Aug 2026

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Job ID:

8587

Grade 7 £37,280- £40,777 (Bar at £39,862) per annum pro rata

Permanent

Various

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Closing Date: 18th August 2026

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: Face to Face

Legal Right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action

This role is subject to -

2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice). We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

The Renters' Rights Advice Service is a new and developing service within Manchester's Homelessness Service, providing early intervention and practical support across the private rented sector. Working with both tenants and landlords, the service focuses on resolving issues early, preventing escalation and supporting more stable tenancies across the city.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team at the forefront of service development as the Renters' Rights Act becomes embedded in practice. You will play a key role in shaping how the service responds to demand, ensuring residents, landlords and partner organisations receive clear, consistent and high-quality advice and support.

This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead a brand-new service at a time of significant legislative change, helping Manchester develop an innovative and preventative approach to supporting both tenants and landlords.

Explain how this role is key to making impact in your service:

If you are successful, you will lead a team delivering early intervention and advice across both tenant and landlord functions, helping to address issues before they escalate into homelessness, enforcement action or wider housing instability.

You will play a key role in shaping and developing a new and evolving service, ensuring residents, landlords and partners receive clear, consistent and high-quality advice. You will be responsible for supporting and developing staff, maintaining clear service boundaries, overseeing risk and safeguarding concerns, and ensuring demand is managed effectively as the service grows.

By leading delivery across both functions, you will help reduce pressure on statutory services, improve understanding of rights and responsibilities within the private rented sector, and support Manchester's commitment to preventing homelessness through earlier intervention

For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Liz Gabbott, at [email protected] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role. 

To be considered for this role, please answer the following questions within your personal statement. Please use specific examples from your own experience and clearly explain your personal contribution.

1. Describe a time you led a project, service improvement or change. What did you do and what was the outcome?

2. Describe your experience of leading and developing staff to achieve high performance.

3. What skills, experience and qualities would you bring to this role, and how would these help you lead a new and evolving service?

About the Candidate

We're looking for a motivated and approachable leader who enjoys working with people and developing services. You will have experience of managing teams through change, supporting high performance and delivering excellent customer service. A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes are essential.

Essential requirements for the role: 

Experience of leading and developing staff to achieve high performance.
Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and negotiate positive outcomes.
Experience of assessing risk and supporting effective decision-making.
Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Knowledge and understanding of homelessness prevention, the private rented sector and relevant housing legislation, including the Renters' Rights Act and landlord and tenant law.

Desirable requirements that would be useful in this role:  

- Knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act and its application in practice.
- Knowledge of homelessness legislation, housing law, or the private rented sector.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

We take time to listen and understand
We work together and trust each other
We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks during our annual leave purchase period.
A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term condition
Have you completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programmes?

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [email protected].

What we will need from you if you're successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. 

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for, see the top of the advert for details.

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

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