Job Description

HMO Licensing Officer

West London (Hybrid)

£20-£25 per Hour (DOE)

Initial 6-Month Contract

Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a West London Local Authority to recruit an experienced HMO Licensing Officer for an initial 6-month contract.

If you're searching for HMO Licensing jobs, Licensing Officer jobs, HMO Licensing Officer jobs, Housing Licensing jobs, or Local Authority Licensing jobs, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Private Sector Housing team.

The Role

As an HMO Licensing Officer, you'll play a key role in delivering the council's HMO Licensing service, ensuring licence applications are processed efficiently and in line with current legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Process HMO Licensing applications, renewals and variations

Validate licence applications and supporting documentation

Maintain accurate licensing records and housing databases

Respond to enquiries from landlords, managing agents and tenants

Support Private Sector Housing and Housing Standards teams with licensing administration

Assist with compliance monitoring and case management

Essential Experience

Previous experience as an HMO Licensing Officer, Licensing Administrator or within a Private Sector Housing team

Strong knowledge of HMO Licensing legislation and licensing processes

Experience working within a Local Authority

Strong administrative skills with excellent attention to detail

Experience using housing or licensing management systems is desirable

What's on Offer

Initial 6-month contract

£20-£25 per hour depending on experience

Hybrid working

Immediate start

Opportunity to join a busy and well-established West London Housing teamIf you're looking for your next HMO Licensing contract or would like to hear about other Licensing Officer jobs and Private Sector Housing jobs call Shaye on (phone number removed) or send your CV to

Interviews are taking place next week