Hays Construction and Property
Loughborough, Leicestershire
Housing Standards Team Leader (Temporary Contract)Location: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote Contract: 3-6 months (PAYE or Umbrella) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week Rate: 28 per hour Team Size: Managing 6 officersAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Housing Standards Team Leader to join our Private Sector Residential Standards team within the Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing service that ensures safe, legally compliant, and well-managed homes across the private rented sector.You will oversee a team responsible for property disrepair investigations, enforcement activities, tenancy and landlord compliance, HMO regulation, licensing processes, and proactive work aligned with the Renters' Rights Act and other relevant legislation.This position is ideal for someone who has previously led a housing standards or environmental health function and can step into a fast-paced operational leadership role with confidence.Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support a team of 6-10 Housing Standards Officers. Oversee complex casework relating to: Property disrepair Private sector housing enforcement Tenancy management issues HMO inspection and compliance Licensing schemes and enforcement Ensure timely and robust investigations and enforcement under relevant housing legislation. Provide expert advice on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and ensure consistent application across the team. Monitor workload, performance, and service delivery standards. Support the implementation of policies relating to the Renters' Rights Act and other emerging regulatory requirements. Represent the service in internal meetings, multi-agency work, or legal proceedings where required. Essential Requirements HHSRS qualification (mandatory). Demonstrable experience working within private sector housing standards. Previous experience as a Team Leader, Senior Officer, or Manager within a housing enforcement or environmental health team. Strong understanding of legislation including: Housing Act 2004 Renters' Rights Act HMO licensing requirements Landlord and tenant regulations Excellent organisational and people-management skills. Ability to manage complex enforcement cases and support officers in decision-making. What We Offer Competitive pay at 28 per Umbrella or PAYE equivalent Flexible hybrid working (2 days in office). The opportunity to lead a respected housing standards service and contribute to safe, high-quality homes in the private rented sector. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 27, 2026
Seasonal
Housing Standards Team Leader (Temporary Contract)Location: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote Contract: 3-6 months (PAYE or Umbrella) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week Rate: 28 per hour Team Size: Managing 6 officersAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Housing Standards Team Leader to join our Private Sector Residential Standards team within the Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing service that ensures safe, legally compliant, and well-managed homes across the private rented sector.You will oversee a team responsible for property disrepair investigations, enforcement activities, tenancy and landlord compliance, HMO regulation, licensing processes, and proactive work aligned with the Renters' Rights Act and other relevant legislation.This position is ideal for someone who has previously led a housing standards or environmental health function and can step into a fast-paced operational leadership role with confidence.Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support a team of 6-10 Housing Standards Officers. Oversee complex casework relating to: Property disrepair Private sector housing enforcement Tenancy management issues HMO inspection and compliance Licensing schemes and enforcement Ensure timely and robust investigations and enforcement under relevant housing legislation. Provide expert advice on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and ensure consistent application across the team. Monitor workload, performance, and service delivery standards. Support the implementation of policies relating to the Renters' Rights Act and other emerging regulatory requirements. Represent the service in internal meetings, multi-agency work, or legal proceedings where required. Essential Requirements HHSRS qualification (mandatory). Demonstrable experience working within private sector housing standards. Previous experience as a Team Leader, Senior Officer, or Manager within a housing enforcement or environmental health team. Strong understanding of legislation including: Housing Act 2004 Renters' Rights Act HMO licensing requirements Landlord and tenant regulations Excellent organisational and people-management skills. Ability to manage complex enforcement cases and support officers in decision-making. What We Offer Competitive pay at 28 per Umbrella or PAYE equivalent Flexible hybrid working (2 days in office). The opportunity to lead a respected housing standards service and contribute to safe, high-quality homes in the private rented sector. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
We're currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Standards Manager to join a housing standards service responsible for delivering statutory housing enforcement and compliance functions across a mixed-tenure housing portfolio. This Housing Standards Manager role will lead a small team covering housing enforcement, HMO licensing, empty homes, housing financial assistance and home energy efficiency, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met across all housing tenures. The successful Housing Standards Manager will play a key role in preparing the service for additional responsibilities under the Renters Rights Act 2025 and wider regulatory change. The role requires attendance in the office a minimum of 3 days per week to support the team effectively, collaborate with colleagues and undertake site visits where required. The Role - Lead and manage the Housing Standards Team, allocating workloads and monitoring performance. - Oversee enforcement activity relating to poor housing conditions, HHSRS inspections and statutory compliance. - Manage enforcement action including improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, prosecutions and rent repayment orders. - Oversee HMO licensing compliance and inspections of licensable properties. - Lead on the development and implementation of Housing Enforcement policies, procedures and strategies. - Oversee housing financial assistance activity, including grants, inspections, schedules of work and contractor management. - Lead on empty homes initiatives and strategies to reduce long-term vacant properties. - Oversee caravan site licensing responsibilities. - Manage service ICT systems, upgrades, reporting and case management processes. - Respond to complaints, FOIs, MP and Councillor enquiries and Ombudsman investigations. - Monitor service performance, budgets and compliance activity, reporting outcomes to senior management. Key Requirements - Significant experience working within a Housing Standards or Environmental Health service. - Experience using the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS). - Experience managing HMO licensing schemes and housing enforcement activity. - Experience inspecting residential properties and producing schedules of work. - Experience managing staff, performance and operational workloads. - Experience developing and implementing housing standards policies and procedures. - Detailed knowledge of housing standards, environmental health and enforcement legislation. - Experience using housing or environmental health ICT systems for case management and reporting. - Environmental Health degree or equivalent qualification. - Registration with CIEH or equivalent professional body. - Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Housing Standards Manager role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Standards Officers, Environmental Health Officers, Private Sector Housing Officers and Housing Enforcement Professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
May 27, 2026
Contractor
We're currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Standards Manager to join a housing standards service responsible for delivering statutory housing enforcement and compliance functions across a mixed-tenure housing portfolio. This Housing Standards Manager role will lead a small team covering housing enforcement, HMO licensing, empty homes, housing financial assistance and home energy efficiency, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met across all housing tenures. The successful Housing Standards Manager will play a key role in preparing the service for additional responsibilities under the Renters Rights Act 2025 and wider regulatory change. The role requires attendance in the office a minimum of 3 days per week to support the team effectively, collaborate with colleagues and undertake site visits where required. The Role - Lead and manage the Housing Standards Team, allocating workloads and monitoring performance. - Oversee enforcement activity relating to poor housing conditions, HHSRS inspections and statutory compliance. - Manage enforcement action including improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, prosecutions and rent repayment orders. - Oversee HMO licensing compliance and inspections of licensable properties. - Lead on the development and implementation of Housing Enforcement policies, procedures and strategies. - Oversee housing financial assistance activity, including grants, inspections, schedules of work and contractor management. - Lead on empty homes initiatives and strategies to reduce long-term vacant properties. - Oversee caravan site licensing responsibilities. - Manage service ICT systems, upgrades, reporting and case management processes. - Respond to complaints, FOIs, MP and Councillor enquiries and Ombudsman investigations. - Monitor service performance, budgets and compliance activity, reporting outcomes to senior management. Key Requirements - Significant experience working within a Housing Standards or Environmental Health service. - Experience using the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS). - Experience managing HMO licensing schemes and housing enforcement activity. - Experience inspecting residential properties and producing schedules of work. - Experience managing staff, performance and operational workloads. - Experience developing and implementing housing standards policies and procedures. - Detailed knowledge of housing standards, environmental health and enforcement legislation. - Experience using housing or environmental health ICT systems for case management and reporting. - Environmental Health degree or equivalent qualification. - Registration with CIEH or equivalent professional body. - Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Housing Standards Manager role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Standards Officers, Environmental Health Officers, Private Sector Housing Officers and Housing Enforcement Professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
Temporary role - local authority housing standards/ tenancy management team leader Housing Standards Team Manager (Temporary Contract)Location: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote Contract: 3-6 months (PAYE or Umbrella) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week Rate: £40 per hour £300 per day Umbrella Team Size: Managing 6 officersAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Housing Standards Team Manager to join our Private Sector Residential Standards team within the Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing service that ensures safe, legally compliant, and well-managed homes across the private rented sector.You will oversee a team responsible for property disrepair investigations, enforcement activities, tenancy and landlord compliance, HMO regulation, licensing processes, and proactive work aligned with the Renters' Rights Act and other relevant legislation.This position is ideal for someone who has previously led a housing standards or environmental health function and can step into a fast-paced operational leadership role with confidence.Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support a team of 6-10 Housing Standards Officers. Oversee complex casework relating to: Property disrepair Private sector housing enforcement Tenancy management issues HMO inspection and compliance Licensing schemes and enforcement Ensure timely and robust investigations and enforcement under relevant housing legislation. Provide expert advice on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and ensure consistent application across the team. Monitor workload, performance, and service delivery standards. Support the implementation of policies relating to the Renters' Rights Act and other emerging regulatory requirements. Represent the service in internal meetings, multi-agency work, or legal proceedings where required. Essential Requirements HHSRS qualification (mandatory). Demonstrable experience working within private sector housing standards. Previous experience as a Team Leader, Senior Officer, or Manager within a housing enforcement or environmental health team. Strong understanding of legislation including: Housing Act 2004 Renters' Rights Act HMO licensing requirements Landlord and tenant regulations Excellent organisational and people-management skills. Ability to manage complex enforcement cases and support officers in decision-making. What We Offer Competitive pay at £40 per hour /£300 per day Umbrella or PAYE equivalent Flexible hybrid working (2 days in office). The opportunity to lead a respected housing standards service and contribute to safe, high-quality homes in the private rented sector. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
May 27, 2026
Seasonal
Temporary role - local authority housing standards/ tenancy management team leader Housing Standards Team Manager (Temporary Contract)Location: Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote Contract: 3-6 months (PAYE or Umbrella) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week Rate: £40 per hour £300 per day Umbrella Team Size: Managing 6 officersAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Housing Standards Team Manager to join our Private Sector Residential Standards team within the Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing service that ensures safe, legally compliant, and well-managed homes across the private rented sector.You will oversee a team responsible for property disrepair investigations, enforcement activities, tenancy and landlord compliance, HMO regulation, licensing processes, and proactive work aligned with the Renters' Rights Act and other relevant legislation.This position is ideal for someone who has previously led a housing standards or environmental health function and can step into a fast-paced operational leadership role with confidence.Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support a team of 6-10 Housing Standards Officers. Oversee complex casework relating to: Property disrepair Private sector housing enforcement Tenancy management issues HMO inspection and compliance Licensing schemes and enforcement Ensure timely and robust investigations and enforcement under relevant housing legislation. Provide expert advice on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and ensure consistent application across the team. Monitor workload, performance, and service delivery standards. Support the implementation of policies relating to the Renters' Rights Act and other emerging regulatory requirements. Represent the service in internal meetings, multi-agency work, or legal proceedings where required. Essential Requirements HHSRS qualification (mandatory). Demonstrable experience working within private sector housing standards. Previous experience as a Team Leader, Senior Officer, or Manager within a housing enforcement or environmental health team. Strong understanding of legislation including: Housing Act 2004 Renters' Rights Act HMO licensing requirements Landlord and tenant regulations Excellent organisational and people-management skills. Ability to manage complex enforcement cases and support officers in decision-making. What We Offer Competitive pay at £40 per hour /£300 per day Umbrella or PAYE equivalent Flexible hybrid working (2 days in office). The opportunity to lead a respected housing standards service and contribute to safe, high-quality homes in the private rented sector. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Private Sector Housing Manager - Midlands 350 - 400 per day Hybrid Working Arrangements An Midlands-based local authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Manager to lead a high-performing Private Sector Housing team responsible for improving housing standards, protecting tenants, and ensuring compliance across the private rented sector. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced environmental health or housing professional who can provide strategic direction, operational oversight, and robust regulatory management within a busy local authority setting. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the operational performance of the Private Sector Housing service Oversee enforcement activity, investigations, inspections, and complex casework Ensure delivery of service objectives, KPIs, and financial targets Develop and implement policies, procedures, and service improvement plans Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance management to staff Advise senior stakeholders, committees, and partner organisations Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting housing services Support strategic development and continuous improvement across the service Essential Experience Degree in Environmental Health (or equivalent) EHORB registration Extensive experience within Private Sector Housing / Regulatory Services Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior or high-responsibility role Strong knowledge of housing enforcement and regulatory controls Experience preparing legal notices, prosecution files, and tribunal/court documentation Proven leadership and team management capability For more information on this Private Sector Housing Officer opportunity, please contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment. Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)
May 26, 2026
Contractor
Private Sector Housing Manager - Midlands 350 - 400 per day Hybrid Working Arrangements An Midlands-based local authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Manager to lead a high-performing Private Sector Housing team responsible for improving housing standards, protecting tenants, and ensuring compliance across the private rented sector. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced environmental health or housing professional who can provide strategic direction, operational oversight, and robust regulatory management within a busy local authority setting. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the operational performance of the Private Sector Housing service Oversee enforcement activity, investigations, inspections, and complex casework Ensure delivery of service objectives, KPIs, and financial targets Develop and implement policies, procedures, and service improvement plans Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance management to staff Advise senior stakeholders, committees, and partner organisations Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting housing services Support strategic development and continuous improvement across the service Essential Experience Degree in Environmental Health (or equivalent) EHORB registration Extensive experience within Private Sector Housing / Regulatory Services Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior or high-responsibility role Strong knowledge of housing enforcement and regulatory controls Experience preparing legal notices, prosecution files, and tribunal/court documentation Proven leadership and team management capability For more information on this Private Sector Housing Officer opportunity, please contact Shaye at Park Avenue Recruitment. Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)
A North London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Manager for a 3-month contract paying £441 per day Umbrella (Inside IR35). This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished housing or environmental health professional to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly improve housing standards, support residents, and drive enforcement excellence across the borough. You will manage and support a team of PRS officers, ensuring a consistent, resident-focused service aligned with service standards and the council's PRS Charter. The role requires a proactive and solution-focused manager who can motivate teams, manage complex casework, and confidently lead on enforcement activity, legal proceedings, inspections, and operational performance. As the subject matter expert, you will provide guidance on all aspects of PRS legislation and enforcement, including property licensing, Housing Act compliance, environmental protection matters, and tenancy legislation. You will also play a key role in developing policies and procedures, improving reporting systems, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring public-facing information remains clear and compliant. To be successful, you will have previous experience within a Private Sector Housing or Residential Environmental Health team, alongside proven management or supervisory experience. You must have a strong understanding of relevant housing legislation, including the Housing Acts 1988 & 2004, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Renters' Rights Act 2025, and related enforcement powers. The ideal candidate will be confident managing prosecutions, financial penalties, tribunals, and complex investigations, while also demonstrating excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills. Strong IT literacy and experience using housing or licensing systems are essential. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
May 24, 2026
Contractor
A North London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Manager for a 3-month contract paying £441 per day Umbrella (Inside IR35). This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished housing or environmental health professional to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly improve housing standards, support residents, and drive enforcement excellence across the borough. You will manage and support a team of PRS officers, ensuring a consistent, resident-focused service aligned with service standards and the council's PRS Charter. The role requires a proactive and solution-focused manager who can motivate teams, manage complex casework, and confidently lead on enforcement activity, legal proceedings, inspections, and operational performance. As the subject matter expert, you will provide guidance on all aspects of PRS legislation and enforcement, including property licensing, Housing Act compliance, environmental protection matters, and tenancy legislation. You will also play a key role in developing policies and procedures, improving reporting systems, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring public-facing information remains clear and compliant. To be successful, you will have previous experience within a Private Sector Housing or Residential Environmental Health team, alongside proven management or supervisory experience. You must have a strong understanding of relevant housing legislation, including the Housing Acts 1988 & 2004, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Renters' Rights Act 2025, and related enforcement powers. The ideal candidate will be confident managing prosecutions, financial penalties, tribunals, and complex investigations, while also demonstrating excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills. Strong IT literacy and experience using housing or licensing systems are essential. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
