Job Description

Compliance & Procurement Officer

Kingston upon Thames

Homelessness & Mental Health Focussed Homelessness Service

12 Weeks

36 hours

£18.99 LTD / £16.19 PAYE (inc hol)

Looking for a role that makes a difference in your community? Join our Local Authority client as a Compliance & Procurement Officer, supporting property management and rehousing services for rough sleepers in Kingston upon Thames.

THE ROLE

Deliver high-quality service in managing property acquisition, renewals, re-lets, and hand-backs for private sector landlords and rough sleepers, while ensuring compliance and maintaining strong landlord relationships.

Ensure properties meet safety standards and support rough sleeper rehousing placements.

Conduct scheduled and responsive property visits, ensuring compliance with Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) for properties in and outside the borough.

Liaise with landlords, housing providers, and contractors to meet Gas Safe and relevant legislative standards.

Maintain detailed records, update compliance databases, and provide regular feedback on property interactions.

Identify and report any non-compliance issues, HHSRS hazards, and Safeguarding concerns from stakeholders.

Oversee property management expenditures and payments related to rough sleeper schemes.

Prepare quarterly GLA reports and other required statistical data.

THE CANDIDATE

We are seeking a candidate with previous experience in a similar frontline public housing service role, especially in property compliance and procurement.

Proven experience in marketing and procurement of private sector properties with a track record in lettings.

Strong knowledge of housing law, security of tenure, and health and safety for temporary accommodations.

Familiarity with private leasing schemes, including financial and operational considerations.

Understanding of rough sleepers' needs within temporary accommodations.

Skilled in partnership working, negotiation, and case management.

THE CONTRACT

36 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

12 weeks with potential for extension or a permanent position

Pay: £18.99 per hour LTD rate; PAYE equivalent is £16.19 per hour, inclusive of holiday.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee . mcmillan @ servicecare . org. uk or call (phone number removed) (phone number removed) to discuss the role in more detail!

If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £25