Job Title: Regulatory Lead Advisor (Housing)
Location: North East England
Sector: Housing / Local Government
Ref: 8291
Rate: £450 pd PAYE (flexible holiday pay options available)
Contract: Interim Contract
Working Pattern: Part time, 22.2 hrs pw
Hybrid Working: Yes
The Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Regulatory Lead Advisor to play a pivotal role in strengthening housing governance, assurance and regulatory compliance across a large and complex housing service.
This is a key strategic position, acting as the organisation's professional lead on housing regulation and providing expert advice on the requirements of the Regulator of Social Housing, Housing Ombudsman, Building Safety Regulator and other relevant regulatory bodies.
Working closely with senior leaders, elected members and service managers, you will lead on regulatory assurance, coordinate responses to external scrutiny, identify and manage compliance risks, and support the delivery of a significant housing improvement programme. The successful candidate will help ensure the organisation can demonstrate strong outcomes for both residents and regulators while driving a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the professional lead on housing regulation, providing expert advice and guidance across the organisation.
- Develop, implement and maintain assurance frameworks that support compliance with regulatory standards and statutory requirements.
- Coordinate responses to regulatory inspections, investigations, evidence requests and assessments.
- Monitor emerging regulatory requirements, legislation and best practice, ensuring these are translated into operational improvements.
- Produce reports, performance information and assurance documentation for senior leadership, elected members and external regulators.
- Lead on identifying, assessing and mitigating compliance and governance risks across housing services.
- Work collaboratively with service managers and stakeholders to deliver improvement plans and ensure regulatory actions are completed effectively.
- Champion resident voice and customer feedback, ensuring it is embedded within service delivery, assurance processes and service improvement activity.
You Will Need (Essential Requirements)
- Significant experience within housing regulation, compliance, governance or assurance environments.
- Strong understanding of the regulatory framework affecting social housing, including consumer standards and regulatory oversight.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex legislation, regulations and guidance.
- Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, building effective relationships across a complex organisation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience of producing high-quality reports and assurance documentation.
- Experience working within a local authority or social housing provider.
- Knowledge of the Regulator of Social Housing, Housing Ombudsman and Building Safety Regulator requirements.
- Experience developing assurance frameworks, compliance monitoring processes or risk management arrangements.
- Understanding of housing improvement programmes and organisational change initiatives.
- Passion for improving services and delivering positive outcomes for residents.
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Interim Regulatory Advisor (Housing) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Triumph Consultants Ltd
Triumph Consultants is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Greenwich. With a strong focus on community engagement and housing development, employees benefit from meaningful projects that directly impact local residents. The company fosters a collaborative culture, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development while ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all team members.
