Private Sector Housing Officer

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

East Sussex Council in East Sussex is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer for a 12-month contract. The role involves leading housing enforcement, conducting HHSRS inspections and managing HMO licensing responsibilities.

The position supports a busy service and requires independent case management. Starting 5 October, the role offers 30–37 hours per week with a contract length of 12 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Sector Housing for a local authority.
• Strong knowledge of HHSRS, housing enforcement and HMO licensing.
• Ability to manage complex cases independently.
• Senior Officer level experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking HHSRS inspections and producing reports.
• Carrying out mandatory HMO licensing inspections.
• Managing cases relating to the Renters' Rights Act and related housing legislation.
• Investigating housing compliance issues and taking enforcement action where needed.
• Handling additional private sector housing matters including nuisances, electrical safety and MEES.

Skills

HHSRS inspections

Housing enforcement

HMO licensing

Private Sector Housing

Job description

East Sussex Council East Sussex 12-Month Contract (Starting 5th October) £40-£45 per hour 30-37 hours per week

A local authority in East Sussex is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on an initial 12-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an officer with strong housing enforcement and compliance experience who can hit the ground running and support a busy service.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking HHSRS inspections and producing associated reports.
• Carrying out mandatory HMO licensing inspections.
• Managing cases relating to the Renters' Rights Act and wider private sector housing legislation.
• Investigating housing compliance issues and taking appropriate enforcement action where necessary.
• Handling a range of additional private sector housing matters including:
• Statutory nuisances
• Electrical Safety Regulations
• Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
• General housing standards and compliance work

Requirements

• Previous experience working within Private Sector Housing for a local authority.
• Strong knowledge of HHSRS, housing enforcement, and HMO licensing.
• Ability to manage complex cases independently.
• Experience working at a Senior Officer level is highly desirable, although strong candidates with slightly less senior experience will also be considered.
• Available to work a minimum of 4 days per week, with a preference for 5 days per week (Monday-Friday). Majority will be home working.
• Able to respond to urgent service demands during working days and attend inspections as required.
• 12-month contract
• Start Date: 5th October
• Hours: 30-37 hours per week
• Flexible working available, although regular operational presence within the district is required.

If you're an experienced Private Sector Housing professional looking for your next long-term interim assignment, we'd be keen to hear from you.