Housing Enforcement Lead
Stoke-On-Trent | Hybrid Working
Rate - £40ph
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Initial Contract Length: 5 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 37 Hours - 9am-5:30pm
Role Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Housing professional to join a Local Authority client as a Housing Enforcement Lead within the Housing & Vulnerability team. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading officers, managing complex enforcement cases, driving service improvement, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation and council policies.
What you will do
* Lead and support the day-to-day operational management of the Housing & Vulnerability team
* Manage and oversee complex private sector housing and renters' rights enforcement cases
* Develop and implement operational procedures, guidance notes, and service improvements
* Prepare reports, witness statements, and legal documentation relating to enforcement action and appeals
* Assist with external funding bids and delivery of funded housing initiatives
* Respond to complaints, appeals, and escalated customer issues in line with council policy
What you will need
* Strong experience within Private Sector Housing and Housing Enforcement
* Detailed understanding of HHSRS, HMO Licensing, Fire Safety legislation, and Renters' Rights
* Experience managing complex enforcement investigations and legal proceedings
* Proven leadership or supervisory experience within a housing or regulatory environment
* Ability to mentor, train, and support officers within a high-performing team
What's on offer
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements
* Opportunity to lead on high-profile housing enforcement and regulatory initiatives
* Supportive local authority environment focused on innovation and service improvement
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