Maria Byrne

Maria Byrne has extensive experience in the housing sector, currently serving as Head of Housing Need & Support at Southampton City Council since November 2021. Prior roles include Service Lead Housing Needs & Welfare at Southampton City Council, Principal Housing Solution Officer at Dorset Council UK, and Principal Housing Solutions Officer (Prevention) at Christchurch and East Dorset Partnership. Maria began her career at Purbeck District Council, where positions included Housing Needs Team Leader and Senior Housing Needs Officer, focusing on homelessness prevention and compliance with housing legislation. Maria's foundational experience includes serving as a Housing Needs Officer at Purbeck Housing Trust. Maria holds a Professional Diploma in Housing from De Montfort University and a HNC in Housing from Solent University.