Head of Strategic Partnerships

A rapidly expanding housing and specialist accommodation group is seeking an experienced Head of Strategic Partnerships to drive growth across London and the South East.This is a senior, commercially focused role for someone with an established network across housing, care, commissioning, and local government. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating strategic partnerships, securing referral pathways, and generating new accommodation opportunities across supported housing, specialist housing, temporary accommodation, and care-related services.This is not an operational role. We are looking for a proven relationship-builder with a track record of converting partnerships into occupied units, contracts, and sustainable revenue streams.Key Responsibilities of a Head of Strategic Partnerships:Develop and maintain strategic relationships with local authorities, commissioners, care providers, and housing partners.Secure new accommodation opportunities across London and the South East.Establish referral pathways that drive occupancy across specialist and supported housing services.Generate and convert partnership opportunities into contracted placements and long-term arrangements.Build relationships with Adult Social Care, Children''s Services, Housing Needs, Procurement, and Commissioning teams.Work closely with senior leadership to identify growth opportunities and expand service delivery.Represent the organisation at partnership meetings, networking events, and ..... full job details .....