Hybrid Private Sector Housing Officer: Enforce & Improve

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a local authority in the South East. This full-time hybrid role involves managing housing enforcement casework, ensuring compliance with housing standards, and improving conditions in the private rented sector. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of housing legislation and proven experience in enforcement. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £30-35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004.
• Proven experience in private sector housing enforcement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of private sector properties under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigate complaints and take enforcement action where necessary.
• Prepare and serve statutory notices in line with housing legislation.
• Liaise with landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders to resolve housing issues.
• Maintain accurate records and produce detailed reports of inspections and enforcement actions.

Skills

Strong knowledge of housing legislation

Proven experience in private sector housing enforcement

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage a varied caseload independently

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a local authority in the South East. This full-time hybrid role involves managing housing enforcement casework, ensuring compliance with housing standards, and improving conditions in the private rented sector. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of housing legislation and proven experience in enforcement. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £30-35 per hour.