We are currently working in partnership with a local council based in Surrey, who are recruiting for a Private Sector Housing Officer on a temporary 4 month contract. The position is due to start on the 19^th January, and is offering 2 days working from home. The hourly rate of pay is £37 via an Umbrella company.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Private Sector Housing at a local council and will have access to their own vehicle.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Inspecting and assessing housing to ensure compliance with legislation, including Homes for Ukraine properties, HMOs, and caravan sites
• Managing and enforcing housing standards, investigating service requests and taking enforcement action where necessary
• Overseeing HMO licensing, from application triage and inspections through to issuing licences
• Safeguarding residents and assessing welfare needs, carrying out risk assessments, home visits, and taking appropriate safeguarding action
• Supporting effective service delivery, maintaining accurate records and preparing legal files

Experience required:

• Experience required in Private Sector Housing
• Experience working for a local authority

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Technical housing and legislative expertise
• Communication, negotiation, and engagement skills
• Professional judgement and case management
• Collaborative and adaptable working  

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working – 2 days working from home

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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