Private Sector Housing Administrator - HMO Licensing
Location: Surrey
Working arrangements: Hybrid
Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract
Rate: 20.00 - 25.00 per hour
About the Role
A Surrey-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Administrator to support the delivery of its property licensing and compliance functions. This role sits within the Private Sector Housing team and will focus heavily on HMO Licensing, ensuring applications, renewals and compliance processes are managed effectively and in line with current legislation.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the administration of licensing schemes, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with landlords, agents, residents and council departments. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised Administrator with experience in Private Sector Housing and HMO Licensing to join a busy and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and manage HMO Licensing applications, renewals and variations.
- Provide administrative support to the Private Sector Housing team.
- Gather, review and maintain licensing documentation including certificates, floor plans, tenancy information and supporting evidence.
- Liaise with landlords, managing agents and applicants regarding licensing requirements and outstanding information.
- Monitor application progress and ensure deadlines are met.
- Coordinate property inspections and maintain inspection records.
- Track licence conditions and ensure compliance actions are followed up appropriately.
- Maintain accurate databases, spreadsheets and electronic filing systems.
- Respond to enquiries relating to housing licensing schemes and property compliance.
- Assist with the implementation and administration of selective and additional licensing schemes where applicable.
- Support officers within the Private Sector Housing service with general administrative duties.
- Ensure all records are maintained in accordance with council policies and procedures.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working as an Administrator within a Local Authority, housing organisation or regulatory environment.
- Experience dealing with HMO Licensing applications and housing compliance matters.
- Knowledge of relevant housing legislation and licensing frameworks.
- Experience working within a Private Sector Housing team or service.
- Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work to strict deadlines.
- Confident liaising with external stakeholders and public sector organisations.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience supporting enforcement, licensing or environmental health functions.
- Knowledge of selective licensing and additional licensing schemes.
- Understanding of local government procedures and housing regulation.
What's on Offer?
- Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension
- Valuable experience within a busy Private Sector Housing service
- Supportive team environment and flexible working arrangements
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