Housing Policy Officer - Private Rented Sector

Pertemps London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment partner in the UK is seeking a Private Sector Rental Policy Officer to develop and deliver policies that ensure high-quality rental services in West London. This role involves managing compliance, engaging with stakeholders, and conducting research to inform policy decisions. Ideal candidates will have experience in policy development and a strong understanding of rental legislation. Join a supportive organization dedicated to meaningful community outcomes.

Benefits

Dedicated support during onboarding

Access to a wide range of opportunities

Market insights

Qualifications

• Experience in policy development and delivery in a relevant field.
• Ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Strong understanding of private sector rental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy review program ensuring compliance and relevance.
• Work with teams and partners to create clear, effective policy frameworks.
• Monitor legislative developments affecting Private Sector Rental services.
• Produce evidence-based recommendations to address policy issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Research skills

Job description

Private Sector Rental Policy Officer

Location : West London

Contract Type : Temporary / Interim

Department : Private Sector Rental, Corporate Finance & Housing Services

Reports to : Head of Private Sector Rental Services

Role Overview

Pertemps Network Group are seeking a detail-driven Private Sector Rental Policy Officer to lead the review, development and delivery of policies that support high-quality private sector rental services across the borough. This role plays a key part in ensuring that policies remain compliant, effective and aligned with best practice, legislation and local strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the policy review programme, ensuring all Private Sector Rental policies and procedures remain compliant, current and fit for purpose.

Work directly with residents, internal teams and external partners to ensure policy frameworks are clear, effective and aligned with statutory requirements.

Monitor national policy, legislative developments, consultations, guidance and best practice relating to Private Sector Rental services.

Build strong working relationships with stakeholders including Adult Social Care, Children’s Services, Resident Involvement teams, landlords, developers, community groups and voluntary sector partners.

Identify, monitor and analyse policy issues, producing evidence-based recommendations and policy responses.

Support the development of a detailed evidence base, including data and insight relating to stock condition, private rented sector needs, market trends and wider socio-economic indicators (e.g., IMD at borough and ward level).

Maintain the policy and procedure library on SharePoint, ensuring documents are accessible, updated and properly version-controlled.

Work collaboratively with service managers across Private Sector Rental services to ensure consistent policy implementation.

Manage approval and publication processes for policy documents, including preparing Cabinet reports where required.

Produce clear, concise briefings on national policy changes, undertake research and recommend best practice approaches aligned to the Council’s strategic objectives.

Key Deliverables

Up-to-date, compliant policies and procedures that support high-quality Private Sector Rental services.

A well-managed and timely policy review programme.

A comprehensive evidence base providing insight on stock, market conditions and local socio-economic data.

Current and accurate understanding of private sector rental legislation, national policy updates, regulatory guidance and Ombudsman standards.

Strong and effective working relationships with internal and external strategic stakeholders.

Pertemps is one of the UK’s leading recruitment partners to local authorities, housing providers and public sector organisations. With over 60 years’ experience and a nationwide network of specialist consultants, we connect skilled professionals with meaningful temporary, contract and permanent roles. Our Housing & Public Sector division is committed to delivering high-quality staffing solutions that support service excellence, community outcomes and organisational priorities. Candidates working with Pertemps benefit from dedicated support, smooth onboarding, market insight and access to a wide range of opportunities across London and the UK.

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