Neighbourhood manager
Neighbourhood managers bring together residents and the bodies that provide local services, so that local people can play an active role in designing, delivering and using those services.
Neighbourhood managers are usually in charge of a team of between three and ten people and based in a local office within the neighbourhood. They will coordinate services such as housing, deal directly with the police, and link with health, education, social and other services to respond to residents’ needs.
Did you know?
Where there is neighbourhood management, residents are more satisfied with their local area, are more inclined to think their area is improving and are more likely to think crime and environmental problems are being tackled.
Facts and Figures
- Starting salary:
Around £30,000.
- Senior level salary:
Up to £55,000.
- Education:
A good standard of education is required, although there are no prescribed qualifications. Most neighbourhood managers are graduates, but the degrees they hold are very varied and not necessarily in vocational subjects. Degrees in subjects such as planning, youth work and community development are useful.
- Skills:
You'll need to have an interest in regeneration and economic development, particularly strong influencing and managerial skills and enjoy leading teams. It would also suit someone who can build a strong affinity with the community where they work, understand their needs and points of view and make their case to local service providers.
- Likely employer type:
Local authorities, registered social landlords (housing associations), community and voluntary organisations and New Deal for Communities (NDC) programmes.
- Number of professionals:
Approximately 2,000.
Meet a neighbourhood manager
Helpful links
- Communities and Local GovernmentInformation about community and neighbourhood initiatives
- National Association for Neighbourhood ManagementNews and policy information as well as job vacancies
