Who You Are You are an individual with extensive knowledge and experience related to local authority legal obligations under the Housing Act 1996, as well as other relevant housing legislation. You possess a strong background in conducting reviews, responding to legal challenges, and producing legally compliant documents. You are adept at building strong partnerships across different sectors, promoting community cohesion, and leveraging digital tools to enhance service delivery. What the Job Involves This role involves conducting thorough enquiries and completing reviews of housing applications to ensure decisions are legally robust and within statutory guidelines. Responsibilities include working closely with teams to improve services, providing coaching and training on housing legislation, handling legal challenges, maintaining detailed knowledge of case law, and ensuring effective communication of decisions. You'll also support corporate responsibilities like GDPR, emergency planning, and volunteering, while actively contributing to team management and service delivery with a focus on equality and diversity. Skills Extensive knowledge of housing legislation and obligations Experience with legal reviews and challenges Excellent interpersonal and active listening skills Ability to interpret and apply complex case law Strong written communication and report-writing skills Proficiency in IT systems for service improvement Ability to work independently, manage workload, and meet deadlines