Renters' Rights Lead: Housing Enforcement & Advocacy

North Northamptonshire Council; Corby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Hybrid working

Leave entitlement

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a proactive Tenancy Relations Officer (Renters' Rights Lead) to implement and enforce the Renters' Rights Act across the region. You will work at the forefront of housing enforcement, investigating cases and partnering with councils, legal services and housing teams to protect tenants.

We value analytical thinkers who can manage complex cases, engage stakeholders, and deliver training and process improvements while promoting fair treatment for residents.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent experience in Housing, Environmental Health, Enforcement, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation (Housing Act 2004).
• Experience in housing enforcement or regulatory settings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead tenancy-related enforcement under Renters' Rights Act and handle investigations.
• Carry out proactive, intelligence-led enforcement to address poor housing practices.
• Investigate complex cases and prepare evidence for civil penalties or prosecutions.
• Collaborate with housing, homelessness, legal and enforcement partners to prevent homelessness.
• Provide advice to landlords and tenants on rights and responsibilities.
• Deliver training and contribute to policy development and service improvements.
• Monitor enforcement activity, identify trends and report outcomes.

Skills

Investigations

Tenant enforcement

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Housing or related field

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking a proactive Tenancy Relations Officer (Renters' Rights Lead) to implement and enforce the Renters' Rights Act across the region. You will work at the forefront of housing enforcement, investigating cases and partnering with councils, legal services and housing teams to protect tenants.

We value analytical thinkers who can manage complex cases, engage stakeholders, and deliver training and process improvements while promoting fair treatment for residents.