Principal Enforcement Officer

Civic Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Principal Enforcement Officer (Housing Enforcement) for a 3-month contract with a London local authority. The role focuses on leading complex housing enforcement investigations and ensuring compliance with housing legislation, licensing requirements, and private rented sector standards.

Responsibilities include inspections of HMOs, licensed premises, and privately rented properties, identifying hazards and enforcing corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Housing Enforcement, Private Sector Housing, or Environmental Health.
• Extensive knowledge of Housing Act 2004 and related housing legislation.
• Experience regulating HMOs and housing licensing schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into housing enforcement cases involving breaches of legislation and licensing.
• Inspect residential properties, HMOs, licensed premises, and privately rented accommodation.
• Identify hazards and determine enforcement actions under housing legislation and guidance.
• Prepare and serve enforcement notices, improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, and emergency actions.
• Undertake investigations into offences under Housing Act 2004 and related legislation.

Skills

Housing Enforcement

Environmental Health

Regulatory Services

Investigations

Education

Degree in Environmental Health

Regulatory Services qualification

Job description

Southwark, United Kingdom | Posted on 27/07/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3-month contract role with a local authority

Summary

• The Principal Enforcement Officer (Housing Enforcement) is a 3-month contract role with a local authority, focused on leading and executing complex housing enforcement investigations and regulatory activities. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with housing legislation, licensing requirements, and property standards within the private rented sector. The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining high standards of housing quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into complex housing enforcement cases involving breaches of housing legislation, licensing requirements, and property management regulations.
• Conduct inspections of residential properties, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), licensed premises, and privately rented accommodation.
• Identify housing hazards and determine appropriate enforcement action in accordance with housing legislation and statutory guidance.
• Prepare and serve enforcement notices, improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, and emergency remedial actions.
• Undertake investigations into offences under the Housing Act 2004, HMO Management Regulations, and related legislation.

Requirements:

Essential Experience Required

• Significant experience working within Housing Enforcement, Private Sector Housing, or Environmental Health.
• Extensive knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and associated housing legislation.
• Experience regulating Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and housing licensing schemes.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Health, Housing, Regulatory Services, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification relevant to Housing Enforcement, Environmental Health, or Regulatory Services.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 36 hours per week
• Location: 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH, United Kingdom
• Work pattern: 2 days remote, 3 days in the office
• The role closes on 3rd August 2026.