Writing reports for committees. This is sometimes possible After a few years experience can involve training, lecturing or consultancy work. Employers offer day release for the Institute of Housing qualifications. In local authorities progression is to senior management. The starting salary range is for a housing officer.
Large authorities pay more at higher levels.
Some offer a car or essential car user allowance. Vary by employer. Local authorities work to national agreements. Office based but may involve taking work home. Usually on estate.