Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer

Carrington West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is recruiting an experienced Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer to join a North London team on an initial 3-month contract. The role focuses on improving housing standards in the private rented sector, handling inspections, investigations and enforcement.

You will assess hazards, advise landlords and tenants, and drive compliance with housing legislation. The position is 36 hours per week, rate £60 per hour (Umbrella), with potential extension depending on service

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Sector Housing Enforcement or similar local authority role.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, licensing requirements and enforcement procedures.
• Experience conducting property inspections and investigating housing-related complaints.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of privately rented properties to identify housing hazards, poor property conditions and potential breaches of legislation.
• Investigate complaints relating to housing disrepair, pest infestations, drainage, nuisance and other health concerns.
• Assess housing risks and hazards using appropriate investigative techniques and determine urgency of enforcement.
• Undertake enforcement action against non-compliant landlords following proper procedures.
• Provide professional advice to landlords, tenants and council services on housing standards and compliance.

Skills

Housing enforcement knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Inspection experience

Evidence gathering

Clear advisory communication

Job description

Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer

North London | Contract

Rate: £60 per hour (Umbrella)

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Initial Contract Length: 3 months

Extension Potential: Subject to requirements

Working Hours: 36 hours per week

Role Summary

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer to join a busy local authority team in North London on an initial 3-month contract.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving housing standards across the private rented sector, investigating complaints, identifying housing hazards and ensuring landlords comply with relevant housing legislation.

What You Will Do as a Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer

• Carry out inspections of privately rented properties to identify housing hazards, poor property conditions and potential breaches of legislation.
• Investigate complaints relating to housing disrepair, pest infestations, drainage, nuisance and other housing-related public health concerns.
• Assess housing risks and hazards using appropriate investigative techniques, determining the necessary remedial action and urgency of enforcement.
• Undertake enforcement action against non-compliant landlords, ensuring the appropriate legislation and procedures are followed.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to landlords, tenants, stakeholders and other council services on housing standards, licensing requirements and compliance.

What You Will Need as a Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer

• Previous experience working in Private Sector Housing Enforcement, Housing Standards or a similar local authority enforcement role.
• Strong knowledge of relevant housing legislation, property licensing requirements and housing enforcement procedures.
• Experience conducting property inspections, identifying housing hazards and investigating housing-related complaints.
• Ability to gather accurate evidence, assess risks and determine appropriate enforcement or remedial action.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide clear advice to landlords, tenants and colleagues.

What's on Offer

• £60 per hour (Umbrella) - competitive contract rate.
• Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension, subject to service requirements.
• 36 hours per week, working within a local authority housing enforcement team in North London.