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Pertemps Network Group is proud to be recruiting for a Principal Surveyor on behalf of a forward-thinking London Local Authority.This is a senior leadership role within Building Control, reporting directly to the Head of Service. You will play a critical role in delivering statutory building control functions, ensuring structural and fire safety compliance, and supporting the Council's wider objectives around building safety, carbon reduction, and accessibility.You will lead complex technical casework, support service development, manage staff, and deputise for the Head of Building Control when required. Organisation: London Local Authority Rate: 600 a day (Outside IR35) Availability: 1-2 Weeks Key Responsibilities Lead on complex and high-risk building control projects from inception to completion. Provide expert technical advice on Building Regulations compliance , structural safety , and fire safety matters . Deliver inspections on major schemes, ensuring compliant solutions aligned with statutory requirements. Participate in the 24/7 Dangerous Structures rota, responding to emergency situations and making life-safety critical decisions. Liaise with the Building Safety Regulator , Fire Service , emergency services , and external agencies . Initiate and manage enforcement action, including court attendance and giving expert evidence. Contribute to sports grounds safety compliance under relevant legislation and the Green Guide. Support budget management and identify opportunities for service income generation. Manage and develop a professional Building Control team, ensuring CPD and performance standards are met. Deputise for the Head of Building Control when required. Essential Requirements RICS / ICE / IStructE accredited degree (or equivalent). Class 3 Registered (Essential) Corporate Membership of RICS, ICE, or IStructE. Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior Building Control role managing complex projects. Strong knowledge of: Building Act 1984 Building Regulations 2010 Building Safety Act 2022 London Building Acts (Amendment) Act 1939 Safety of Sports Grounds legislation Extensive experience in Dangerous Structures response and cost recovery processes. Experience in enforcement, legal liaison, and court attendance. Ability to operate as a licensed Building Inspector for complex buildings (under Building Safety Act 2022). Desirable LABC Level 6 (General Surveyor) qualification (or equivalent). Experience in large, complex local authority environments. Strong understanding of current building safety reforms and regulatory changes. Key Competencies Exceptional technical analysis and regulatory interpretation skills. Proven leadership and team management capability. Resilient under pressure, able to manage competing priorities. Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. High-level written reporting and presentation skills. Ability to work evenings/weekends and participate in a 24/7 emergency rota. Why Apply? Senior strategic role within a progressive London Borough. Opportunity to influence building safety standards at borough-wide level. Leadership responsibility within a competitive Building Control service. Exposure to complex, high-profile and safety-critical projects. If you are an experienced Building Control professional seeking a leadership opportunity within a dynamic local authority environment, we would welcome your application. Apply now for the Principle Surveyor Role.

Pertemps Network Group are delighted to be assisting a reputable housing provider in the recruitment of a Domestic Abuse Housing Coordinator. This is a pivotal strategic role responsible for leading and strengthening the organisation's housing response to domestic abuse, ensuring compliance with statutory housing duties and sector best practice. Rate: £27-28.90 (PAYE) Line Management: None Location: London (Hybrid Working Available)This position will drive the development and implementation of a comprehensive Domestic Abuse Housing Strategy aligned with the Greater London Authority (GLA) framework and the Whole Housing Approach, embedding a trauma-informed, survivor-centred and intersectional model across housing services. Role Overview Lead a full review of the housing offer for victims/survivors of domestic abuse , implementing new policies and procedural frameworks. Develop and deliver a local Domestic Abuse Housing Strategy aligned with regional strategy and organisational priorities. Identify service gaps and present evidence-based recommendations to senior leadership to improve outcomes. Ensure compliance with Domestic Abuse Act housing duties and associated regulatory requirements. Lead statutory reporting to the GLA (quarterly and annually). Design robust monitoring tools and oversee accurate data collection to meet Tier 1 GLA requirements. Embed the Whole Housing Approach across operational housing teams. Coordinate work towards Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) accreditation. Represent the housing provider at multi-agency forums, including partnership boards and strategy groups. Lead review and redesign of referral pathways to strengthen internal and external partnership working. Develop and deliver a revised training programme across housing services. Produce annual impact evaluations measuring strategy delivery and service outcomes. The role requires close partnership working with community safety, safeguarding, and external domestic abuse specialist services to ensure a coordinated and survivor-focused response. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Policy Leadership Develop, implement and evaluate a Domestic Abuse Housing Strategy. Align policy frameworks with the Whole Housing Approach and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) priorities. Lead procedural mapping and redesign across housing departments to ensure compliance with domestic abuse legislation. Data & Performance Management Design monitoring frameworks to collect, analyse and report data. Conduct needs assessments incorporating demographic analysis and service gap identification. Lead statutory data submissions to the GLA. Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement Maintain strong working relationships with domestic abuse services and multi-agency partners. Represent housing services at partnership boards and strategic forums. Deliver presentations and briefings across internal departments and external stakeholders. Training & Service Improvement Review and enhance existing domestic abuse training provision. Coordinate delivery of updated training programmes. Strengthen referral pathways and internal guidance documentation. About You We are seeking an experienced housing or domestic abuse professional with: Strong understanding of domestic abuse, social housing and homelessness. Knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act and its housing implications. Experience delivering strategic projects from inception to implementation. Proven ability to work collaboratively across matrix-managed teams. Strong analytical capability with experience in data interpretation and performance reporting. Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills. Commitment to survivor rights, trauma-informed practice and intersectionality. Experience within the VAWG sector (desirable). Knowledge of homelessness legislation including the Homelessness Reduction Act (desirable). Essential Competencies Emotional intelligence and high-level interpersonal awareness Evidence-based decision making and sound judgement Strategic negotiation capability Strong service orientation and outcome focus Cognitive flexibility and ability to lead through change Ability to operate independently within an agile working framework Additional Requirements Compliance with information governance, safeguarding, equalities and health & safety standards. Ability to contribute to organisational emergency planning and service continuity arrangements. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and housing management systems. Apply Now for the " Domestic Abuse Housing Coordinator"