Private Sector Housing Officer

Oyster Partnership; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oyster Partnership is seeking a Private Sector Housing Officer for a local authority on an initial 3-month contract, offering hybrid working with a minimum of two days in the office. You will manage a caseload of housing-related complaints in the private rented sector and conduct proactive HMOs inspections.

The role requires experience in Private Sector Housing, with a strong understanding of housing standards and complaint investigation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Private Sector Housing is essential.
• Strong understanding of housing standards is required.
• Experience with complaint investigation and HMOs inspections is important.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of housing-related complaints in the private rented sector.
• Undertake proactive inspections of HMOs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with tenants, landlords and other stakeholders to resolve issues and improve housing standards.
• Investigate complaints and contribute to service improvements.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Independent working

Job description

Private Sector Housing Officer

We are seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a local authority on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension. Available on either a full-time or part-time basis, this project-focused role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of housing-related complaints within the private rented sector, working closely with tenants, landlords and other stakeholders to resolve issues and improve housing standards. You will also undertake proactive inspections of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), ensuring properties meet relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional who can work independently, manage competing priorities and hit the ground running in a busy environment. Previous experience within Private Sector Housing is essential, along with a strong understanding of housing standards, complaint investigation and HMO inspections.

The role forms part of a wider project, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy delivering targeted outcomes and contributing to service improvements. If you have a proactive approach, excellent communication skills and experience within local authority housing services, we'd love to hear from you.

The Oyster Partnership Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Proof of eligibility will be requested before any offer is confirmed.