The HIP: The Housing Industry Podcast
The housing crisis looms large. The UK’s crying out for housing stock, and new builds can play a huge role in the recovery. Diversity and inclusion is finally getting the attention it deserves at a strategic level. Although there’s plenty of work still to do. And environmental concerns are taking centre stage, with time running out to reach ambitious targets in net zero carbon emissions. Suffice to say, the UK housing sector is going through a period of great change right now. With everything developing at such a pace, it can be hard to keep your finger on the pulse. That’s why we’ve launched The Housing Industry Podcast. Featuring lively conversations with key leaders in the housing sector, The Housing Industry Podcast will provide real value to anyone working in the UK housing market who cares about making a difference.
The HIP: The Housing Industry Podcast
How To Get More People To Choose Housing - The HIP Roundtable
Too many people ‘fall into’ a career in housing rather than actively choosing it. But
what if the sector did more to attract fresh talent, showcase the breadth of
opportunities, and reflect the communities it serves?
In this roundtable episode, we’re joined by Chartered Institute of Housing President Elly Hoult and a panel of future housing leaders:
● Jaz Pugh, a Housing Officer at Barcud Housing Association and winner of the
CIH Young Achiever in Housing Award 2024.
● Eoghan Cregan, a Neighbourhood Specialist at Co-operative Housing Ireland,
with a focus on allocations and estate management.
● Patrick Penny-Annang, a Community Development and Engagement Officer at
Brent Council, passionate about resident involvement.
● Tamzin Coombs, a Placemaking and Regeneration Engagement Officer at
Flagship Housing Group, shaping community-led projects.
Together, they explore the ‘Choose Housing Campaign’, and the urgent need to
reposition housing as a first-choice career—one that offers purpose, impact, and
career progression.
The panel share their journeys into the sector, the challenges they’ve faced, and how housing organisations can do more to attract, retain, and support a diverse new generation of talent.
Covered in this episode:
● Why so many professionals ‘fall into’ housing, and how to change it.
● The incredible variety of roles available beyond traditional housing officer
positions.
● How to use social media channels to maximise outreach.
● Why recruiting from within social housing communities matters.
● The biggest challenges young professionals face in housing.
● How organisations can rethink recruitment strategies to attract a wider talent
pool.
● Actionable ways every housing professional can help build the sector’s future.
Housing is a career that changes lives, not just for tenants but for the professionals
who work in it. Join us for an inspiring discussion on how we can brightest into this vital industry.
LEARN MORE
Peabody Trust - https://www.peabody.org.uk/
Barcud Housing Association - https://www.barcud.cymru/
Co-operative Housing Ireland - https://www.cooperativehousing.ie/
Brent Council - https://www.brent.gov.uk/housing
Flagship Housing Group - https://www.flagship-group.co.uk/
Andersen James - https://www.andersenjames.com/
CONNECT
Elly Hoult on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellyhoult2504/
Jazmin Pugh on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazmin-pugh-14a138249/
Eoghan Cregan on LinkedIn -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eoghan-cregan-22b366162/
Patrick Penny-Annang on LinkedIn -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickpennyannang/
Tamzin Coombs on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamzin-c-8b34a8171/
James Leighton on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-leighton-65023b11/
LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1JHMfNs33BK4UTOgaYt3cB
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/the-hip/id1576686644
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7vH1zt3GSm3_B_-OhDSlRg