Private Housing Standards Officer Location: London Rate: £32 – £40 per hour (Umbrella), with £40 per hour at the higher end for strong, experienced candidates Contract: Full-time, hybrid role We are working with a London-based local authority seeking an experienced Private Housing Standards Officer to join their Private Sector Housing team on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving housing standards across the borough and ensuring compliance with private sector housing legislation. The RoleYou will be responsible for investigating housing condition complaints, inspecting HMOs, carrying out HHSRS assessments, and taking appropriate informal and formal enforcement action where required. The role also involves supporting empty homes work, contributing to energy efficiency initiatives, and working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to deliver improved outcomes for residents. Key Responsibilities Investigate complaints relating to poor private sector housing conditions and provide technical advice to help resolve issues. Inspect and monitor HMOs to ensure compliance with housing standards, HHSRS, and relevant legislation. Carry out property surveys and inspections of complex buildings, including HHSRS assessments and schedules of work. Implement the requirements of the Housing Act 2004 and HMO Management Regulations in r...