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Warwickshire Area
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (Hybrid 3 days in office p/w)
3 to 6 month ongoing contract
30 p/hr umbrella
Role Purpose
To lead the statutory independent housing review function in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), covering both homelessness decisions (Part 7) and housing allocations (Part 6). The post holder will ensure legal compliance and continuous service improvement through quality assurance, training, and expert guidance across the Housing Options team
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of housing legislation, statutory guidance, and relevant case law.
- Proven experience managing statutory housing reviews and audit processes.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and legal documents.
- Experience working within or alongside local authority housing services.
Responsibilities
- Manage and conduct statutory reviews under Section 202 and related housing legislation, ensuring decisions are legally sound and in line with council policies and procedures.
- Provide expert legal interpretation and advice in response to litigation and housing case law, supporting the preparation of case files and guidance for counsel.
- Lead on quality assurance of homeless services, promoting consistent, high-quality decision-making and service delivery.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly.
