System Implementation Lead (Housing) (ref:2030)

• Systems_Implementation_Lead__Housing__2030_-_Job_Description_and_Person_Specification

Please apply online via the link provided.

Closing date: Sunday 13 September 2026
Interview dates: Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 September 2026
Contract type: Fixed Term for 12 months

Please apply online via Winchester City Council's website.

Winchester housing department are looking for an experienced project and change professional to join and lead on the IT housing roadmap programme.

You will be customer centric, able to build positive relationships and work with stakeholders at all levels, with previous experience of delivering system implementation within a housing or local government setting. This role will be required to take a lead role in supplier management. Previous experience of MRI or similar housing systems would be of benefit.

This role is a fixed term contract for 12 months to deliver change at pace as part of the housing departments service improvement priorities.

Why Join Us:

We offer an excellent package of benefits including:

• A hybrid-working pattern, with up to 50% of your time working remotely (after first 3 weeks in office)
• Employer paid health cash plan
• Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes 
• 26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service
• 13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
• Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
• Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride
• Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district
• Season Ticket loans 
• Excellent working environment
• Support for continuous professional development

If this sounds like the role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Want to know more?
Please view the full job description and person specification attached for further information about the role.

For an informal conversation please contact Paul Salter, Housing Policy and Projects Manager via email at Psalter@winchester.gov.uk.