Private Sector Housing Officer
Posted on May 18, 2026 by CV-Library
West Sussex, United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£50 - £55 Hourly
Contract/Project
Private Sector Housing Officer
Sussex Local Authority
£50-£55 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government?
A Sussex-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy and supportive Housing Enforcement team on an initial 6-month contract.
The Role:
As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on enforcement, housing standards, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations
Managing private rented sector complaints and housing disrepair cases
Serving statutory notices under the Housing Act 2004
Investigating rogue landlords and non-compliant HMOs
Undertaking HMO licensing inspections and enforcement activity
Preparing prosecution and civil penalty case files
Liaising with landlords, tenants, legal teams, and external agencies
Supporting wider Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement functions
About You
To be considered for this Private Sector Housing Officer job, you will ideally have:
Recent experience working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team
Up-to-date knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act and its implications for private sector housing enforcement, landlord compliance, and tenant protections would be highly beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Housing Act legislation, HHSRS, and enforcement procedures
Experience dealing with HMO licensing, housing enforcement, and compliance
Ability to independently manage a busy caseload
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Availability to start at short notice preferred
Contract Details
Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer
Location: Sussex
Rate: £50-£55 per hour
Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working availableIf you're searching for a Private Sector Housing role with a varied caseload, this would be a great opportunity for you.
For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email
Sussex Local Authority
£50-£55 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government?
A Sussex-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy and supportive Housing Enforcement team on an initial 6-month contract.
The Role:
As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on enforcement, housing standards, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations
Managing private rented sector complaints and housing disrepair cases
Serving statutory notices under the Housing Act 2004
Investigating rogue landlords and non-compliant HMOs
Undertaking HMO licensing inspections and enforcement activity
Preparing prosecution and civil penalty case files
Liaising with landlords, tenants, legal teams, and external agencies
Supporting wider Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement functions
About You
To be considered for this Private Sector Housing Officer job, you will ideally have:
Recent experience working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team
Up-to-date knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act and its implications for private sector housing enforcement, landlord compliance, and tenant protections would be highly beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Housing Act legislation, HHSRS, and enforcement procedures
Experience dealing with HMO licensing, housing enforcement, and compliance
Ability to independently manage a busy caseload
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Availability to start at short notice preferred
Contract Details
Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer
Location: Sussex
Rate: £50-£55 per hour
Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working availableIf you're searching for a Private Sector Housing role with a varied caseload, this would be a great opportunity for you.
For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email
Reference: 225122161
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Private Sector Housing Officer
Posted on May 18, 2026 by CV-Library
West Sussex, United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£50 - £55 Hourly
Contract/Project
Private Sector Housing Officer
Sussex Local Authority
£50-£55 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government?
A Sussex-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy and supportive Housing Enforcement team on an initial 6-month contract.
The Role:
As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on enforcement, housing standards, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations
Managing private rented sector complaints and housing disrepair cases
Serving statutory notices under the Housing Act 2004
Investigating rogue landlords and non-compliant HMOs
Undertaking HMO licensing inspections and enforcement activity
Preparing prosecution and civil penalty case files
Liaising with landlords, tenants, legal teams, and external agencies
Supporting wider Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement functions
About You
To be considered for this Private Sector Housing Officer job, you will ideally have:
Recent experience working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team
Up-to-date knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act and its implications for private sector housing enforcement, landlord compliance, and tenant protections would be highly beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Housing Act legislation, HHSRS, and enforcement procedures
Experience dealing with HMO licensing, housing enforcement, and compliance
Ability to independently manage a busy caseload
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Availability to start at short notice preferred
Contract Details
Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer
Location: Sussex
Rate: £50-£55 per hour
Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working availableIf you're searching for a Private Sector Housing role with a varied caseload, this would be a great opportunity for you.
For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email
Sussex Local Authority
£50-£55 per hour
Initial 6-Month Contract
Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer looking for your next interim contract within Local Government?
A Sussex-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join its busy and supportive Housing Enforcement team on an initial 6-month contract.
The Role:
As a Private Sector Housing Officer, you'll manage a varied caseload across the Private Rented Sector, focusing on enforcement, housing standards, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out HHSRS inspections and property investigations
Managing private rented sector complaints and housing disrepair cases
Serving statutory notices under the Housing Act 2004
Investigating rogue landlords and non-compliant HMOs
Undertaking HMO licensing inspections and enforcement activity
Preparing prosecution and civil penalty case files
Liaising with landlords, tenants, legal teams, and external agencies
Supporting wider Environmental Health and Housing Enforcement functions
About You
To be considered for this Private Sector Housing Officer job, you will ideally have:
Recent experience working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team
Up-to-date knowledge of the Renters' Rights Act and its implications for private sector housing enforcement, landlord compliance, and tenant protections would be highly beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Housing Act legislation, HHSRS, and enforcement procedures
Experience dealing with HMO licensing, housing enforcement, and compliance
Ability to independently manage a busy caseload
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Availability to start at short notice preferred
Contract Details
Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer
Location: Sussex
Rate: £50-£55 per hour
Contract Length: Initial 6-month contract
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working availableIf you're searching for a Private Sector Housing role with a varied caseload, this would be a great opportunity for you.
For more information, give me a call on (phone number removed) or email
Reference: 225122161
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