Senior Housing Regulation Officer

Senior Housing Regulation Officer
Slough - 50 LTD
Temporary
Full Time
Join a team based in Slough as a Senior Housing Regulation Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in inspecting, regulating, and improving housing standards in the private sector.

THE ROLE
As a Senior Housing Regulation Officer, you will focus on the inspection and statutory regulation of private housing, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), and lead enforcement activities to ensure safe and compliant housing.
Key responsibilities:

• Inspect and regulate privately rented properties, including HMOs, using relevant legislation.
• Assess housing conditions via the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Tackle substandard housing through statutory notices, orders, or prosecution.
• Investigate complaints of unlawful eviction and harassment, preparing evidence for legal proceedings.
• Provide expert advice to landlords, tenants, and council members.
• Collaborate with multi-agency teams to address anti-social behaviour and rogue landlords.
• Prepare and represent the Council at tribunals and legal proceedings.
• Lead projects to improve housing standards through external funding opportunities.

THE CANDIDATE
We are seeking an experienced housing professional with a proven track record in housing regulation and enforcement.
Key requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role within housing regulation or environmental health.
• Strong knowledge of HHSRS and housing legislation, including HMO licensing.
• Demonstrable ability to manage workloads and lead complex investigations.
• Proficiency in preparing legal case files and presenting evidence in court.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse groups.

THE CONTRACT
Temporary - 5 months ongoing
The pay rate for the role is 50.0 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is 42.63 per hour, inclusive of holiday.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail!