Private Sector Housing Officer

  • Park Avenue Recruitment
  • 13/02/2026
Contract Real Estate

Job Description

Private Sector Housing Officer - South East
40- 50 per hour Hybrid Working

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced private sector housing officer looking to join a high-performing local authority with outstanding staff retention and a reputation for being one of the best councils to work for in the region? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-supported, forward-thinking team where your expertise will be valued and your impact recognised.

Responsibilities

As a private sector housing officer, you will:

  • Conduct HHSRS inspections and assess housing conditions across the private sector
  • Process and enforce HMO licensing applications and conditions
  • Prepare and serve statutory notices and issue financial penalties where required
  • Investigate complaints and provide guidance to landlords and tenants
  • Prepare case files and witness statements for court or tribunal proceedings

What You'll Need

To succeed as a private sector housing officer, you'll have:

  • Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS
  • Experience drafting and enforcing statutory notices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Confidence managing challenging situations
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

If you're ready to join a local authority that genuinely values its staff and offers flexibility alongside competitive rates, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV to (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) to discuss in more detail.