Housing Reviews Officer

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A London recruiting agency is seeking a Housing Reviews Officer to join a client in South East London. This role involves managing statutory reviews and preparing legally sound decision letters. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in conducting s202 homelessness reviews and a strong knowledge of housing legislation. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in conducting s202 homelessness reviews.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, particularly Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996.
• Previous experience working within a local authority housing options or homelessness service.

Responsibilities

• Manage and determine statutory reviews under Section 202 of the Housing Act 1996.
• Prepare clear, robust, and legally sound decision letters.
• Engage with applicants, legal representatives, and partner organisations in an empathetic manner.

Skills

Housing legislation knowledge

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

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Client:

Hatched Recruitment Group

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

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Job Description:

Housing Reviews Officer

*South East London*

On behalf of our client, we are seeking an experienced Housing Reviews Officer to join their team. This role is a key opportunity for a skilled housing professional with a strong background in statutory reviews to make a real impact in delivering fair and timely decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and determine statutory reviews under Section 202 of the Housing Act 1996.
• Prepare clear, robust, and legally sound decision letters.
• Analyse complex casework and apply relevant housing legislation, case law, and policy.
• Engage with applicants, legal representatives, and partner organisations in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Ensure compliance with statutory timescales and internal performance standards.
• Support continuous service improvement by identifying trends and best practice.
• Proven experience in conducting s202 homelessness reviews.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, particularly Parts VI and VII of the Housing Act 1996.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, legally compliant decisions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities within statutory deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience working within a local authority housing options or homelessness service.