Solutions Reviews Officer

Housing Solutions Reviews Officer (PO3) Rate: £36.72 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract:

Temporary

Location:

London (Hybrid working available)
We are currently recruiting an experienced Housing Solutions Reviews Officer to join a busy Housing Needs service. This is a specialist role requiring strong technical knowledge of homelessness legislation and proven experience of statutory reviews.

The Role You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, legally robust reviews and appeals service, ensuring decisions comply with statutory requirements and can withstand legal scrutiny. Working independently, you will manage complex homelessness review cases and liaise with a wide range of stakeholders including legal representatives, advocates, and internal housing teams.

Key Responsibilities
Undertake statutory homelessness reviews under Housing Act 1996 Part 7 (s202)
Issue well-reasoned, legally sound review decisions within statutory timescales
Apply the Homelessness Code of Guidance, Review Regulations, and relevant case law
Liaise with legal services, including preparing cases for court and responding to Judicial Review threats
Work collaboratively with housing and temporary accommodation teams to manage risk and cost
Handle correspondence from solicitors, MPs, councillors, and other representatives
Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with information governance requirements

Essential Requirements ⚠️ Candidates who do not meet the below criteria should not apply

A minimum of 12 months’ experience (within the last 2 years) undertaking Homelessness Part 7 s202 reviews
Proven, in-depth understanding of:

Housing Act 1996 (as amended)
Homelessness Reduction Act
Homelessness Review Regulations
Homelessness Code of Guidance
Relevant homelessness case law

Experience of managing complex cases involving vulnerability and multiple needs
Ability to produce clear, defensible written decisions suitable for legal scrutiny

Desirable Knowledge
Equality Act, Care Act, Mental Health legislation, Children Act, Immigration legislation, and Welfare Reform
Experience representing or supporting cases at court or appeal stage

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced reviews professional to work in a challenging and rewarding environment with a competitive umbrella rate