Housing Standards Project Officer

There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.

Housing Standards Project Officer

About The Role

You will lead data research, analysis, collation, and intelligence gathering for the Housing Standards and related functions. You will author reports and present findings to corporate, national statistical, senior leadership, and other stakeholders. Additionally, you will conduct confidential financial investigations for housing enforcement activities, produce reports for legal referral, and support the usability of the Wirral Corporate website for Private Sector Housing activities. You will also manage and direct housing assistants\’ work.

About The Candidate

We seek a bright, conscientious, and highly motivated individual with excellent attention to detail, project-solving skills, and strong IT skills to provide intelligence and performance information to the Housing Standards management team. Knowledge of housing legislation, experience in team building and supporting team members, and exceptional organizational skills to meet deadlines are essential.

For more information or an informal discussion, contact Emma Foley, Strategic Housing Services Senior Manager, via email at .

Interview Details

Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 23rd September 2025.

Additional Opportunities

If your skills, knowledge, or experience differ slightly from our requirements, we may consider a traineeship for this role.

Support for Applicants

If you are a Wirral resident, unemployed, or out of work and need help with your application, contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team at or call 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.

Internal Applicants

Wirral Council employees are encouraged to apply and can seek support by emailing .

Working at Wirral

Our values are integral to our culture. We prioritize staff wellbeing, recognition, and development, offering benefits like staff discounts, a competitive pension scheme, life cover, flexible working, and generous leave entitlements. We foster an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages everyone to contribute.

Application Process

Applications are accepted until midnight on the closing date. The council reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Apply online through the Jobs page after registration. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK. We do not accept agency applications unless specified.

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking the link below.

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