Essex
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£25-£35
Hybrid
Initial 3 month contract
We are working with a council in Essex who are looking to appoint an experienced Tenancy Relations Officer to join their Private Sector Housing team.
The successful candidate will be expected to work with a high degree of autonomy, investigating complex and sensitive cases involving unlawful eviction, landlord harassment, discrimination, tenancy breaches and wider private rented sector enforcement matters.
Key responsibilities
Gather evidence to conduct investigations, interview relevant parties and prepare comprehensive case files, notices, witness statements and reports.
Make proportionate recommendations for enforcement action, including civil penalties, prosecution, rent repayment orders and other legal remedies.
Support warrant and court authorisation applications where required, working closely with Legal Services, courts and partner agencies.
Provide clear advice and support to tenants and residents regarding their rights and options.
Work with tenants, landlords, letting agentsn and managing agents to resolve disputes, sustain tenancies and prevent homelessness.
Work closely with Environmental Health, Private Sector Housing, homelessness, housing and community safety teams.
Liaise with the police, courts, legal representative and other external enforcement bodies where appropriate.
Support vulnerable residents, including those who are homeless, threatened with homelessness or at risk of illegal eviction or harassment.
Maintain accurate case records and ensure all enforcement activity is evidence-led, proportionate and legally compliant.
Contribute to improving standards and promoting good practice across the private rented sector.
About you
The council is looking for someone with:
Strong knowledge of tenancy relations, landlord and tenant law and private sector housing enforcement.
Practical experience investigating unlawful eviction, harassment, discrimination and tenancy-related offences.
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, Housing Act 1988, Housing Act 2004 and Renters' Rights Act 2025.
Experience gathering evidence, preparing case files and making recommendations for enforcement action. xgikmsk
Experience working with legal services, courts, police or other enforcement agencies.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to deal confi...
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