Housing Compliance & Enforcement Officer (Hybrid)

Insight Executive Group; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

3 days in office / 2 days WFH

Job summary

Insight Executive Group is recruiting a Housing Enforcement Officer to support housing standards in the private rented sector. The role includes conducting inspections, addressing disrepair and enforcing compliance in a hybrid, temporary capacity.

The ideal candidate will have experience in housing enforcement or related fields, strong communication and investigative skills, and knowledge of HHSRS and private sector housing legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience in private sector housing, housing enforcement, environmental health or HMO management preferred.
• Strong communication and investigative skills with a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Knowledge of HHSRS, HMO and private sector housing legislation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out property inspections and housing condition assessments, including HHSRS assessments.
• Investigate complaints and identify appropriate solutions and interventions.
• Work with landlords and HMO managers to improve standards and ensure compliance.
• Support licensing and enforcement activity, including notices and penalties.
• Collaborate with partner agencies across housing, planning, police, fire and trading standards.
• Maintain accurate case records and meet deadlines.
• Stay up to date with housing legislation and best practices.

Skills

Communication

Investigations

Stakeholder management

Job description

Insight Executive Group is recruiting a Housing Enforcement Officer to support housing standards in the private rented sector. The role includes conducting inspections, addressing disrepair and enforcing compliance in a hybrid, temporary capacity.

The ideal candidate will have experience in housing enforcement or related fields, strong communication and investigative skills, and knowledge of HHSRS and private sector housing legislation.