Job Description:

Private Housing Enforcement Officer
Hertfordshire Based
Hourly rate inside IR35
Hybrid working

Panoramic Associates is currently working with a Local Authority client based in London to facilitate the appointment of an experienced Private Housing Enforcement Officer to support the team across HMO and single-family dwelling enforcement activity.

Responsibilities of the Role:

• Carry out proactive and reactive inspections of HMOs and single-family dwellings, identifying hazards and non-compliance.
• Apply appropriate housing legislation and statutory duties, progressing cases from initial complaint through to resolution.
• Assess properties using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and recommend proportionate actions.
• Prepare clear case notes, notices, and supporting documentation to a high evidential standard.
• Liaise with landlords, agents, tenants, legal services, and internal/external stakeholders to achieve timely outcomes.
• Support wider housing standards work, including advice, negotiation, and enforcement where required.

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Experience working within a Local Authority private sector housing / housing enforcement team.
• Strong working knowledge of HHSRS and how to apply it in practice.
• Experience dealing with HMO and private rented sector cases, including single-family dwellings.
• Understanding of relevant housing legislation and enforcement powers, with the ability to evidence decisions.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to manage challenging conversations with landlords/tenants.

Next Steps:
This is a full-time, initial 6-month contract role (with potential extension), offering an hourly rate inside IR35 (dependent on experience). The role is Hertfordshire based with hybrid working.

Interviews will be taking place over the next couple of weeks. If you are interested in finding out more, apply today or contact Rashani Johnson at Panoramic Associates.