Park Avenue Recruitment

A Local Authority in the East Midlands is looking for an experienced Housing Register Officer to join their team on a fully remote basis for an initial 3-month contract . You will be responsible for assessing and managing housing register applications, including new applications, change of circumstances, medical assessments, and annual renewals. You'll provide clear advice on eligibility, banding, priority awards, and housing options, ensuring that all assessments comply with the Council's Housing Allocation Scheme and Part 6 of the Housing Act 1996 . The role will also involve: Verifying documents and evidence submitted by applicants Liaising with applicants, support agencies, and internal teams to gather additional information or clarify eligibility Making decisions on complex applications, such as overcrowding, medical needs, and statutory housing duties Maintaining accurate records on the housing system and issuing outcome notifications in line with policy Supporting the team with any backlogs, appeals, or policy reviews if required Experience using the Huume system is highly desirable. The rate is negotiable depending on experience, and interviews are expected to take place in the coming weeks. If you're interested, please send your updated CV to (url removed) .

The Opportunity We're working with a well-established social housing provider in Surrey seeking an experienced Planned Maintenance Surveyor to support the delivery of cyclical works, planned maintenance programmes and capital improvement projects. This is a hands-on contract role requiring strong contract management, technical knowledge, and the ability to oversee works from inception through to completion. Key Responsibilities Deliver cyclical works and planned maintenance programmes. Roofing renewals Window and door replacements External decorations Oversee contract administration and day-to-day progress of works. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to required quality standards. Carry out stock condition assessments and specify remedial works. Build and maintain strong working relationships with contractors to drive performance and value for money. If this role aligns with your experience, please get in touch to discuss further.

Are you an experienced Prevention Officer with recent Local Authority experience under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017? We're working with a Local Authority in East Sussex looking for an experienced Prevention Officer to support their Housing Options service on a temporary basis. This is a case-holding role focused on early intervention and preventing homelessness wherever possible. You'll be managing a varied caseload of applicants threatened with homelessness, completing detailed assessments, issuing S184 decisions, and progressing cases in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. The role will involve responding to Duty to Refer cases, mediating with landlords and family members, negotiating with the private rented sector, and supporting access to Deposit Guarantee and Rent in Advance schemes. You'll also work closely with Housing Associations and partner agencies to ensure proactive prevention and sustainable outcomes. We're looking for someone who: Has recent Local Authority experience in homelessness prevention Is confident making legally robust decisions under the HRA 2017 Can manage a busy caseload and hit the ground running Has strong knowledge of welfare benefits and affordability assessments This is a hybrid position requiring 2 days per week in the office , with flexibility to work remotely on other days. The rate is dependent on experience . If you're an experienced Prevention Officer available for your next contract, I'd love to speak with you. Know someone suitable? Refer a Prevention Officer with relevant experience and, if they're successfully placed, you'll receive a 100 Amazon voucher as a thank you. Send your CV to (url removed)

Are you a housing professional specialising in S202 Reviews? Looking for an opportunity to earn a competitive rate while working from home? I'm working with a long-standing client of ours, a London local authority, who is looking for an S202 Reviews Officer to join their team for at least 6 months ! You'll be joining a small, dedicated team of three, all placed through Park Avenue, who have received recognition from the council for their exceptional work in clearing the S202 review backlog. To be considered, you MUST have prior experience handling S202 Reviews within local authorities. You'll be offered a generous rate of up to 34 an hour , with the flexibility to work from home most of the week! Interested? Please send your updated CV to (url removed), along with your availability for an informal phone call.

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer confident managing full homelessness caseloads from assessment to decision? We're working with a Local Authority in Berkshire looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer to join their team on a temporary contract. This is a full case-holding role where you'll manage prevention and relief duties in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, complete detailed housing assessments, issue legally sound S184 decisions, and draft and review Personalised Housing Plans. Key responsibilities include: Managing prevention and relief caseloads from application through to duty discharge Issuing robust S184 decisions in line with current legislation and case law Drafting, updating and monitoring Personalised Housing Plans Negotiating with landlords and progressing private sector prevention options Maintaining accurate records and updating cases on Jigsaw We're looking for someone with recent Local Authority Housing Options experience who can manage a busy caseload independently and produce clear, defensible written decisions. Experience using Jigsaw is highly desirable. The role offers a hybrid working pattern with 1 day per week in the office and is paying 30- 32 per hour depending on experience. Know someone suitable? Refer a Housing Options Officer with relevant experience and, if they're successfully placed, you'll receive a 100 Amazon voucher as a thank you. Send your CV to (url removed)

Do you have strong frontline experience supporting people sleeping rough? We're recruiting for an experienced Rough Sleeping Outreach Officer to join a Local Authority homelessness service in Surrey on a temporary basis. This is a frontline outreach role focused on engaging with individuals sleeping rough and supporting them off the streets into sustainable accommodation. You'll be carrying out regular street outreach, verifying rough sleeper reports, completing needs-based assessments and working closely with Housing Options to contribute to Personalised Housing Plans. The role involves making referrals into health, substance misuse and support services, advocating on behalf of clients, and supporting access to accommodation through Locata. Accurate case recording and outcome monitoring will be a key part of the position. Key aspects of the role include: Street outreach and direct engagement with rough sleepers Multi-agency working to coordinate housing and support pathways Supporting access to accommodation through Locata and contributing to PHPs We're looking for someone confident working independently in the community, with strong partnership working skills and a solid understanding of homelessness processes. A minimum of three years' experience specifically within rough sleeping outreach roles is essential . The role offers flexible working arrangements , and the rate is dependent on experience . This is a strong opportunity for an experienced outreach professional who wants to make a real impact supporting vulnerable individuals into safer, more stable housing. Know someone who fits the bill? Refer an officer with relevant rough sleeping experience and, if they're successfully placed, you'll receive a 100 Amazon voucher as a thank you. Interested? Please send your CV to (url removed)

I'm currently working with a Local Authority in Kent that is looking to bring on a Housing Options Officer with a focus on Relief work. This is an initial 3-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension, as the team is currently down by two officers. Experience using the Huume system would be a real bonus, though it's not essential. You'll be managing cases from the initial approach all the way through to final decision, so solid experience in drafting S184 decision letters and Personalised Housing Plans is a must. The role is hybrid and will involve face-to-face duty , so you'll need to be comfortable with going into the offices. If you've previously worked within Kent-based councils , that experience is highly valued. Kent tends to operate a bit differently from London - typically smaller teams and lower caseloads (ranging from the high 20s to low 30s), so familiarity with that setup is a plus. Interested? Please send your CV to (url removed)

Park Avenue are working in partnership with a Local Authority client in Hampshire to appoint a Senior Building Surveyor to support the management and enhancement of a residential portfolio of circa 3,000 homes. This is a key technical role within the property team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of surveying activities, contract oversight, and asset improvement initiatives across a diverse housing stock. The Role You will play a central part in maintaining and improving property standards, delivering both planned and reactive works while ensuring value for money and regulatory compliance. Core duties include: Undertaking detailed property inspections and condition surveys Supporting asset management strategies and investment planning Administering building contracts, including contractor management and performance monitoring Leading refurbishment and improvement projects from inception through to completion Managing budgets and ensuring effective cost control Providing technical guidance and mentoring within the team About You To be considered, you will: Hold a degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent qualification) Have strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract Demonstrate experience in housing or public sector property portfolios Be confident managing contractors and overseeing project delivery Have proven experience controlling budgets and delivering value Possess strong communication and stakeholder management skills Hold a full UK driving licence This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Surveyor looking to take on broader responsibility within a supportive local authority environment. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail or register your interest, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority client to recruit a Compliance Administrator (Housing) on a full-time basis (37 hours per week, hybrid working - 3/4 days in office). This role supports the delivery of statutory compliance across the housing portfolio, coordinating contractor meetings and maintaining accurate records across key areas including asbestos, gas, electrical, fire, lifts and water hygiene. Key Responsibilities Organising monthly contract meetings and tracking actions Maintaining KPI logs and compliance records Uploading and managing certification within the compliance system Supporting Contract Leads with reporting and data management We're looking for someone organised, detail-focused and confident managing data across multiple systems. For more information or to discuss your interest, please get in touch.

Park Avenue are currently partnering with a Local Authority client in Hampshire to appoint an experienced Compliance Contract Manager to oversee critical building safety programmes. This is an initial 3/6-month contract, with potential for extension. The role offers 450 per day (Inside IR35) via umbrella . The Role You will take ownership of compliance contracts covering Asbestos, Gas and Water Safety , ensuring statutory obligations are met and performance standards are maintained across the estate. Key service areas include: Asbestos management surveying Gas servicing, inspections and safety testing Water hygiene and risk assessment programmes This position plays a central role in safeguarding residents, staff, and building users by ensuring robust contract management and consistent regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Lead on contract mobilisation, specification support, and procurement activity Monitor contractor performance and drive continuous improvement Scrutinise and validate contractor invoices in line with agreed terms Attend both operational and strategic meetings, providing compliance updates Produce and present monthly performance reports Act as deputy to the Compliance Manager where required Engage with residents, leaseholders, elected members and internal stakeholders to manage expectations and resolve issues This position offers hybrid working. If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

A Local Authority in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Quality & Performance Manager to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with scope to extend. This is a key role within the management team, driving improvements across complaints, performance, and service delivery. What you'll be doing: Leading on complex and escalated complaints, including member enquiries Analysing performance data and KPI trends to identify areas for improvement Attending management meetings to provide insight and recommend solutions Embedding service improvements and supporting managers to raise standards What you'll need: Local Authority experience within Quality, Performance or Complaints Confidence handling complex cases and interpreting management data Experience influencing managers and driving service improvement Ability to attend the Hertfordshire office 2 days per week (flexible arrangement) Park Avenue has worked with this council across multiple departments and can vouch for a supportive and collaborative environment. Interviews are takiing place next Monday and Tuesday, with CVs being reviewed tomorrow. If interested, please send your CV along with a short summary of your relevant experience to (url removed).

Key Responsibilities Lettings Support Assist with and carry out viewings of vacant properties as required. Support the preparation of properties for letting, including ready-to-let inspections. Request property adverts and assist in reviewing match lists in line with allocation procedures. Tenancy Administration Support and complete tenancy sign-ups under guidance from senior colleagues. Review and verify identification documents in line with compliance requirements. Assist in undertaking pre-tenancy assessments and affordability checks. Support the verification process for notices of termination. Systems & Data Management Upload new tenancy information onto housing management systems. Scan and securely save sign-up documentation to the CRM system. Accurately upload CORE (Continuous Recording of Lettings and Sales) data. Provide general administrative support, including data entry and uploading meter readings. Maintain accurate digital records in line with GDPR and internal policies.

We are recruiting an experienced Water Hygiene Compliance Officer to support a busy Housing & Property team within a forward-thinking local authority. This is a key interim role focused on ensuring statutory compliance and safety of hot and cold-water systems across a varied housing and corporate property portfolio, contributing to a wider programme of asset investment and service improvement. Key Responsibilities Support delivery of the Water Hygiene Improvement Plan Conduct site surveys, inspections, and quality checks Oversee PPM programmes, refurbishments, and maintenance works Review and manage Legionella Risk Assessments and written schemes Produce technical specifications, reports, and schedules of work Monitor and maintain compliance KPI data Evaluate lifecycle condition and compliance risks of mechanical systems Build strong relationships with contractors and stakeholders This interim opportunity offers the chance to play a pivotal role within a high-performing compliance function, working closely with senior technical leads to strengthen assurance processes and drive a proactive planned and preventative maintenance culture . The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence standards, improve reporting frameworks, and ensure water hygiene compliance is consistently delivered across a diverse and complex property portfolio.

Private Sector Housing Officer - South East 40- 50 per hour Hybrid Working The Opportunity Are you an experienced private sector housing officer looking to join a high-performing local authority with outstanding staff retention and a reputation for being one of the best councils to work for in the region? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well-supported, forward-thinking team where your expertise will be valued and your impact recognised. Responsibilities As a private sector housing officer, you will: Conduct HHSRS inspections and assess housing conditions across the private sector Process and enforce HMO licensing applications and conditions Prepare and serve statutory notices and issue financial penalties where required Investigate complaints and provide guidance to landlords and tenants Prepare case files and witness statements for court or tribunal proceedings What You'll Need To succeed as a private sector housing officer, you'll have: Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS Experience drafting and enforcing statutory notices Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confidence managing challenging situations Strong organisational skills and attention to detail If you're ready to join a local authority that genuinely values its staff and offers flexibility alongside competitive rates, we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV to (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) to discuss in more detail.

Looking for your next Housing Options contract? An Essex-based local authority is looking for a Housing Solutions Officer to join their team for a 3-month contract. This role will focus on delivering high-quality frontline homelessness services and progressing cases efficiently. What you'll be doing: Assessing homelessness applications and determining duties under housing legislation Issuing legally robust S184 decisions Progressing prevention and relief cases in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act Creating practical, outcome-focused Personalised Housing Plans What you'll need: Demonstrable local authority experience within Housing Options Strong understanding of statutory homelessness duties and decision-making Able to attend the office 2 days a week If you're ready to step into a busy team and make an immediate impact, please send your CV to (url removed) .

Park Avenue are working with a leading Housing Association to recruit a customer-focused Property Manager to manage Key Worker accommodation in Slough. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a central role in delivering high-quality housing services that support healthcare professionals. About the Role As the on-site lead, you'll be the main point of contact for residents, managing nominations, tenancy set-ups, ASB, repairs, compliance and estate standards. You'll oversee voids, handle complaints and ASB cases, carry out inspections, and work closely with NHS partners and contractors to ensure a safe, well-managed environment. What We're Looking For Experience in property or housing management Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines Knowledge of tenancy management, compliance and health & safety requirements Experience managing repairs, inspections and resident issues Benefits Benefits include an excellent pension (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, life assurance, paid volunteering leave. If this role is of interest to you and you would like to hear further details then please submit your CV.

Park Avenue a currently recruiting an interim Neighbourhood Officer to work with one of the largest Housing Associations in London and the South East. Reporting to the Area Manager you will be responsible for managing a patch in East London, providing a comprehensive housing management service to tenants on your patch, ensuring a professional and high quality service at all times. Duties will include; Provide a first class housing and tenancy management service to tenants across your patch, resolving queries in an efficient and professional manner. Visiting tenants to ensure that they are adhering to the tenancy agreement. Managing low level ASB and nuisance queries, passing full cases to specialist ASB Officers. Working with the Rent Income department to ensure that any discrepancies in payment are dealt with. Managing voids process, including advertising of voids, assessing new applicants and arranging voids works. Liaise with repairs department to ensure all repairs are completed. This is a fantastic opportunity for a housing officer who is seeking a new challenge. The working pattern is hybrid. A car driver is not essential but you will be required to travel across your chosen patch in East London. Office attendance of one day in Stratford (East London), the rest of week is agile. For further information please submit your CV in the strictest of confidence.

Public Protection & Enforcement Manager Ready to lead from the front and make a real difference? We're looking for a Public Protection & Enforcement Manager to take charge of a vital, high-profile service that helps keep our borough safe, healthy and thriving. About the role As Public Protection & Enforcement Manager, you'll be the Local Authorities lead officer on public protection, with responsibility for Environmental Health, Licensing, Health & Safety, Community Wardens, Parking Services and Community Safety . You'll set strategy, balance prevention with enforcement, and ensure statutory duties are met while services continue to evolve to meet community needs. You'll lead and inspire a team of managers and specialists, work closely with Members and partners, manage budgets, and confidently handle sensitive or high-profile issues. It's a varied, influential role where your decisions will have a direct impact on residents' day-to-day lives. What you'll need You'll bring strong leadership experience within public protection, enforcement or a closely related field, with the confidence to operate in a political environment. You'll be comfortable making decisions, managing people and budgets, and driving continuous improvement across complex services. The role is full time (37 hours), including some evening and weekend work, with time off in lieu for authorised additional hours. How to apply If you're ready to step into a senior role with purpose, influence and variety and you can see yourself as our next Public Protection & Enforcement Manager we'd love to hear from you. If of interest, please drop me a call on (phone number removed) to discuss next steps, alternatively email me with your CV to (url removed) or connect with me on LinkedIn for a confidential chat.

A Local Authority in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Building Control Administrator to support a busy team during a period of transformation. You'll play a key role in supporting Building Control operations , managing processes linked to BST Audit and Building Levy requirements , helping shape internal policies , and maintaining financial oversight . You'll also contribute ideas to improve processes and support the service through change. Key requirements Proven Building Control administration experience Strong understanding of public sector financial processes Experience creating and adapting policies Proactive, adaptable and resilient Why apply? 35 per hour (inside IR35) Long-term contract security Flexible hybrid working (potentially 1 day per week on site) Exposure to complex, evolving public sector work If you're interested in this role, click APPLY and submit your CV or contact me at (url removed), (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). If you'd like to have a confidential chat about this role or other roles available, you can also connect with me on LinkedIn.

Private Sector Housing Officer We're working with a London Borough Council seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a dynamic team and help drive up standards across the Private Rented Sector. Contract Length: 3 months (initially) Hourly Rate: 55 per hour Location: West London Work Arrangements: 2-3 days per week in the office/area This is a frontline, hands-on role where, as a Private Sector Housing Officer, you'll use your technical expertise, investigative skills, and enforcement powers to tackle poor housing conditions, unsafe management practices, and non-compliance head on. What You'll Do Inspect a wide range of private rented homes, including licensed properties and HMOs Assess housing conditions using HHSRS and determine proportionate, risk-based interventions Investigate complaints, service requests, and licensing breaches Draft statutory notices, schedules of works, and enforcement documentation Process and enforce property licensing applications and conditions Take formal enforcement action, including Financial Penalty Notices, Simple Cautions, Rent Repayment Orders, and prosecutions Prepare robust case files and represent the Council at courts and tribunals Work constructively with landlords and agents to secure compliance, taking firm action where necessary What You'll Need Strong experience using housing and environmental health legislation in the PRS Knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 , HHSRS, licensing, and enforcement powers Confidence managing complex casework from inspection through to legal action Excellent written and verbal communication skills If you're ready to step into a Private Sector Housing Officer role where your skills count and your decisions matter, reach out to Shaye for more details. E: (url removed) T: (phone number removed)