Director of Estates Renewal

Job introduction

Are you ready to lead one of the most ambitious master planning programmes in the country?

Do you have the energy, vision, and heart to shape the future of homes across Brighton and Hove, seeing opportunity in complexity?

Are you a bold leader with experience of place shaping that tackles inequalities, drives economic generation and has positive social impact?

If so, we’d like to hear from you.

Brighton & Hove is a bold, diverse and iconic coastal city rich in culture, community and ambition. But we also face deep-rooted inequalities and complex housing challenges that demand courageous, inclusive leadership.

As our new Director of Estates Renewal, you’ll lead one of the most significant regeneration programmes in the city’s history. You’ll drive the transformation of our Large Panel System (LPS) blocks and surrounding estates, ensuring every step is shaped by the voices of residents and rooted in social justice.

About the role

We’re seeking a visionary and compassionate leader with a proven track record in estates renewal and regeneration. You’ll be confident navigating complex political environments, managing multi-million-pound budgets, and leading cross-functional teams. But above all, you’ll be passionate about creating places where people feel safe, heard and proud to live.

You will:

• have a strong record of leading large-scale estate renewal or regeneration programmes, ideally within a local authority or politically complex environment
• have strategic and financial acumen, with experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and securing external funding
• have a collaborative, people-centered leadership style that builds trust, empowers teams and ensures resident-informed decision-making
• have a deep understanding of housing policy, planning regulations and inclusive engagement practices—especially with minoritised communities
• be responsible for the strategic redevelopment of the city’s LPS blocks and surrounding estates—ensuring that every decision delivers inclusive, place-based transformation
• oversee the delivery of complex housing renewal projects, working closely with elected members, residents and multidisciplinary teams to reduce health and socio-economic inequalities
• manage budgets and development options to coordinate engagement and support for tenants and leaseholders, your work will directly impact on the lives of thousands across the city

We’re a learning organisation with a united leadership team, committed to innovation, collaboration and impact. Despite financial pressures, we’re investing in transformation and building a council fit for the future one that’s connected, creative and confident.

You’ll join our extended Corporate Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Corporate Director of Homes & Adult Social Care, and play a key role in shaping the future of housing and place-making across Brighton & Hove.

This role is politically restricted. For further information on what this means for employees in post, please click on the document attachment below.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Genette Laws, Corporate Director, Homes & Adult Social Care: Genette.laws@brighton-hove.gov.uk

Closing date: 17 November 2025.