Private Sector Housing Officer

Private Sector Housing Officer

Salary: £49,056‑£52,194 per annum

Closing date: 26th July 2026

Private Sector Housing Officer with experience, based in the London Borough of Newham.

• Carry out multi‑agency inspections of unlicensed properties, licence condition checks and inspections of properties in disrepair.
• Protect tenants and improve the private rented sector through high‑standard regulatory work.
• Support tenants, work on casework and project work, and address common and complex problems proactively.
• Take evidence and manage cases to court and First Tier Tribunal.
• Develop professional skills through training and CPD.

• Knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and other housing legislation.
• Practical experience of serving and enforcing housing legislation.
• Competency in using the HHSRS rating system.
• Practical experience in carrying out housing inspections for disrepair and property licensing issues.
• Experience compiling evidence and taking cases to court and the First Tier Tribunal.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to motivate colleagues and improve teamwork.
• Good working knowledge of private sector housing within a local government setting.
• Ability to work flexibly as part of a team and independently, manage caseload and make confident decisions.

We are looking for experienced, hard‑working officers with a good working knowledge of private sector housing within a local government setting. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, independent working, caseload management and problem solving.

Relocation package of up to £7,000 (subject to eligibility criteria) and opportunities for professional skill development through training and CPD.

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