Compliance Officer in Coventry

Coventry is expanding with a growing population and a buoyant private rented sector. A key strategic priority for the Council is to keep residents safe and tackle poor housing conditions. The Council responds to complaints in the Private Rented Sector and implements the Mandatory and Additional HMO licensing schemes to address issues caused by poor management of privately rented HMO properties. These services and schemes offer an opportunity to work in a busy high-profile environment dealing with the inspection and enforcement of all private rented homes, HMOs, and HMO licensing.

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, accepting of all, and free from discrimination and bias. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled, and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remain at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

We are looking for a Compliance Officer to join our Safer Housing and Communities Team. You will be working under the general direction of the HMO Team Managers delivering key services to landlords, tenants, and residents in the city. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a caseload carrying out activities relating to the compliance of HMO licence conditions and the management of HMOs and provide assistance to the HMO Team Managers and other Officers conducting enforcement investigations.

We want you to have extensive knowledge and understanding of housing enforcement and the regulation of HMOs. You will lead our efforts in regulating and enforcing standards in all types of rented housing including HMOs and contribute to the successful delivery of our HMO licensing schemes and safer housing functions. You will need to demonstrate your ability to manage a diverse caseload and undertake regulatory activities efficiently and effectively. You will have experience in working in a similar environment and a relevant environmental health or similar qualification.

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you. For all other queries, contact Resourcing@coventry.gov.uk.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. We recognise that you might use AI tools to help with your application. While these tools can be useful, please ensure that all information you provide about your experience, skills, and qualifications is accurate.

Interview date(s): 24-27th of July 2026

About Coventry: Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change. We are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together, and find better ways of doing things.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit the Coventry City Council vacancies page.