Housing Standards Compliance Manager

South Norfolk and Broadland Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Employee discounts

Competitive holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

South Norfolk and Broadland Council is seeking a Senior Enforcement officer to lead the Housing Standards team from our Broadland area office in Norwich. You will oversee enforcement activities and supervise colleagues, ensuring compliance and high-quality service delivery.

The role involves coordinating with local and county groups, shaping process improvements, and contributing to the council's housing standards strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience in Housing Standards/Regulatory Services or similar area.

Responsibilities

• Manage the quality and output of Housing Standards enforcement activities.
• Act as Senior Enforcement officer with direct line management of team members.
• Represent the Council at local and county-wide groups and contribute to the wider management team.

Education

Relevant qualification or extensive experience in Housing Standards/Regulatory Services

Job description

Location

Horizon Business Centre, Broadland Business Park, Peachman Way, Norwich, NR7 0WF

Application Deadline

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Salary Band

Band G £47,966- £52,505

Hours

37 hours per week

Contract Type

Standard/Full Time Permanent

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Housing Standards Team. This role offers the chance to step into a management position and help guide the team's work as an essential part of our management structure.

The Housing Standards Team undertakes a diverse range of activities, all focused on ensuring that residents across our districts live in safe, well maintained homes that meet their needs. The team delivers a mix of reactive and proactive interventions. With new legislation creating opportunities to expand our work, this is an exciting time to help shape the team's processes and future direction.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the quality and output of a range of Housing Standards enforcement activities. You will act as a Senior Enforcement officer and will have direct line management responsibility for team members. You will also represent the Council at relevant local and county-wide groups and play a key role within the wider management team.

We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and well organised individual who is passionate about housing and making a difference to the lives of our residents. The successful candidate will have a relevant qualification/extensive experience of working in Housing Standards/Regulatory Services or a similar area.

Closing Date

Sunday 4th October 2026

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Further Information

For further information about the role or our organisation, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the recruiting manager, or the People Team as follows:

Laura Crosby/Kevin Philcox - Housing Standards Senior Manager

Email: [e-mail] / [e-mail]

Tel: [phone]

People Team: [e-mail] Tel: [phone]

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

To hear why our employees think that working for us is so special, please visit our website

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.