Principal Review Officer

Carrington West; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in North London is seeking an experienced Principal Review Officer to lead statutory reviews of homelessness and housing allocation decisions. The successful candidate will manage complex caseloads, ensure decisions are legally robust, and communicate clearly with various stakeholders. Ideal for someone who thrives under pressure and is committed to fair outcomes for vulnerable residents.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex caseloads of reviews and appeals.
• Skilled in translating complex legal issues into plain English.
• Proven ability to meet statutory deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and issue review decisions in line with housing law.
• Prepare clear, legally sound decision letters.
• Liaise with applicants and legal representatives.
• Manage temporary accommodation decisions pending appeal.
• Represent the council in court when required.
• Support improvements to housing processes and policy.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Decision-making

Communication

Independent work

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Principal Review Officer to join a local authority in North London to lead statutory reviews of homelessness and housing allocation decisions under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 1996. This will include reviews under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018 and Allocations Policy.

You'll manage a complex caseload of s202 reviews, medical appeals, and allocation challenges, ensuring decisions are legally robust, clearly communicated, and made within statutory deadlines.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct and issue review decisions in line with housing law, guidance, and case law
• Prepare clear, legally sound decision letters
• Liaise with applicants, legal reps, and advocates
• Manage temporary accommodation decisions pending appeal
• Work closely with Legal Services and represent the council in court when required
• Provide feedback and support improvements to housing processes and policy

About you:

You're legally knowledgeable, confident in decision-making, and skilled in translating complex legal issues into plain English. You thrive under pressure, work independently, and are committed to fair outcomes for vulnerable residents.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.