Private Sector Housing Officer

Stonehouse Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonehouse Recruitment is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer for a North London Local Authority enforcement team on an initial 3-month rolling contract. The role focuses on inspections, housing standards and enforcement in a busy caseload.

You will undertake inspections, manage disrepair and licensing cases, and prepare statutory notices with court evidence where required. A full driving licence and ability to travel for site visits are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Private Sector Housing enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Private Sector Housing inspections and investigations.
• Manage cases involving disrepair, housing standards and residential licensing.
• Prepare and serve statutory notices and take appropriate enforcement action.
• Prepare enforcement cases and provide evidence for court proceedings where required.
• Provide technical and legal advice to residents, landlords and stakeholders.
• Manage complex cases and work closely with internal and external partners.

Skills

Private Sector Housing enforcement

Housing legislation

HHSRS

Residential licensing

Inspections

Enforcement action

Communication

Case management

Independence

Driving licence

Travel for site visits

Prosecutions experience

Job description

Private Sector Housing Officer | £30–£40ph | North London

Rate: £30–£40 per hour
Contract: 3-month rolling contract
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid / flexible
Location: North London
Sector: Local Authority – Private Sector Housing

We’re currently looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a busy Local Authority enforcement team in North London on an initial 3-month rolling contract, with the potential for ongoing work.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced housing enforcement professional looking for a hands-on role focused on inspections, housing standards and enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Private Sector Housing inspections and investigations.

• Manage cases involving disrepair, housing standards and residential licensing.

• Prepare and serve statutory notices and take appropriate enforcement action.

• Prepare enforcement cases and provide evidence for court proceedings where required.

• Provide technical and legal advice to residents, landlords and stakeholders.

• Manage complex cases and work closely with internal and external partners.

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience in Private Sector Housing enforcement.

• Good knowledge of housing legislation, HHSRS and residential licensing.

• Experience carrying out inspections and taking enforcement action.

• Strong communication and case management skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload.

• Full driving licence and ability to travel for site visits.

Experience with prosecutions, court proceedings, complex enforcement cases or lead officer responsibilities would be highly advantageous.