Temporary Accommodation Compliance Officer

JOB TITLE: Temporary Accommodation Compliance Officer
LOCATION: Ealing, West London - Hybrid working
PAY RATE: 23.05 PAYE / 30.71 Umbrella per hour
START DATE: ASAP
DURATION: 3-month initial contract

Hours: Mon-Fri, 35 hours
IR35 STATUS: Inside

About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated Temporary Accommodation Compliance Officer to join our Housing Demand team within the Housing & Environment Directorate. This is a vital role ensuring the effective management of the Council's temporary accommodation portfolio and supporting households placed under statutory homelessness duties.

You will be responsible for monitoring compliance across supplier-managed properties, liaising with landlords and agents, and ensuring high standards of service delivery. This role is key to sustaining tenancies, maintaining property standards, and safeguarding vulnerable residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of temporary accommodation and ensure compliance with leasing agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and adherence to Health & Safety and HMO regulations.
• Conduct property inspections, including void checks and Bed & Breakfast compliance.
• Support tenancy sustainment and prevent breakdowns through proactive engagement.
• Prepare legal documentation for tenancy terminations and court proceedings where necessary.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth operations and policy compliance.

About You
We're seeking someone with:

• Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and local authority duties.
• Experience in housing or homelessness services, including managing accommodation portfolios.
• Ability to carry out property inspections and negotiate effectively with landlords and agents.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in handling tenancy terminations through legal processes.

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