Houses in Multiple Occupation Team Leader

Royal Borough of Greenwich; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a dynamic HMO Team Leader to oversee a team dedicated to improving shared housing standards. This role involves managing licensing and enforcement, guiding stakeholders, and defending the borough’s interests in various forums. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of housing legislation, and a relevant qualification. A driving license is essential for this position. Join us in making homes safer and better for the community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing HMO inspections and enforcement.
• Membership of a recognised professional body such as CIH or CIEH.
• Ability to lead and motivate a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate a team of up to 10 staff.
• Oversee HMO licensing, inspections, and enforcement activities.
• Develop strategies to tackle rogue landlords effectively.
• Act as subject matter expert on HMOs and provide guidance.
• Represent the organisation at court proceedings and meetings.
• Use data to drive proactive enforcement and improvements.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of private sector housing

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement abilities

Commitment to equality and customer service

Education

Relevant qualification in housing or environmental health

Job description

Are you passionate about making homes safer and better for people? Do you have experience in housing and want to lead a team that makes a real difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking a dynamic and experienced Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Team Leader to join our Private Housing & Environmental Health Standards team. This is a great opportunity to head a team that works hard to improve shared housing across the borough.

About the Role

As the HMO Team Leader, you’ll be at the forefront of our mission to raise standards in shared housing. You’ll lead a team of professional officers, overseeing the delivery of HMO licensing, inspections, and enforcement. Your leadership will be key in ensuring that our residents live in safe, well-managed homes.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing and motivating a team of up to 10, setting clear priorities and performance standards.
• Leading on the operational delivery of HMO licensing and enforcement.
• Developing and implementing strategies to tackle rogue landlords and improve housing conditions.
• Acting as the Royal Borough's subject matter expert on HMOs, providing guidance to colleagues, landlords, tenants and external partners.
• Representing the Royal Borough at tribunals, court proceedings and public meetings.
• Using data and intelligence to drive proactive enforcement and service improvements.

What we are looking for?

We’re looking for a passionate housing professional with:

• In-depth knowledge of private sector housing, HMO legislation and licensing requirements.
• A relevant qualification and membership of a recognised professional body (e.g. Chartered Institute of Environmental Health or Chartered Institute of Housing)
• Proven experience in managing HMO inspections, enforcement, and legal proceedings.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A commitment to equality, customer service, and continuous improvement.

A full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle are essential for this role.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re a proactive leader with a passion for housing standards and community wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making Greenwich a safer, fairer, and healthier place to live.

For an informal discussion please contact Nick Chapman at [e-mail].

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.