Location
Alexandra House, 10 Station Road, Wood Green, London, N22 7TR

Hours
36 hours per week, hybrid working available

Salary
PO2 – PO4 (£44,184 – £53,919)

Contract Type
Permanent

About the Role
You will investigate complaints, carry out inspections, and progress property licensing to improve standards in the private rented sector. Where landlords do not comply, you will apply the most appropriate legislation—starting with advice and escalating to formal enforcement as needed. You will manage clear case files, draft accurate notices, and work collaboratively with landlords, tenants, and partner services to deliver safe, compliant homes and meet the Council’s objectives.

About the Team
The private sector housing team is a small, passionate group dedicated to improving conditions in the private rented sector within the Borough. We are a friendly team committed to supporting the successful candidate to ensure they are happy and well-supported in their role.

About Haringey
Haringey is a vibrant and diverse borough, known as the “rebel borough” and the 2027 London Borough of Culture. It is a place full of creativity, personality, radicalism, and community spirit. Our history celebrates change-makers and everyday rebels who champion equality and stand against discrimination. Our staff embody values of Caring, Creative, Courageous, Collaborative, and Community-focused, driving us to deliver the best for all residents.

Working for Haringey
Haringey Council is committed to fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels valued, included, and able to perform at their best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds to continue making a positive difference to our residents and community. Our benefits package includes 31 days leave plus bank holidays, hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme, and various leisure and culture discount schemes.

Experience
Proven experience in environmental health practice, including conducting investigations and inspections, supporting property licensing, and applying housing-related legislation and enforcement tools effectively in real-world settings.

About You
You are organised, proactive, and able to lead, coordinate, and communicate effectively, especially when cases require multi-agency collaboration. You engage confidently with landlords and tenants to secure compliance and contribute directly to improving living conditions in the private rented sector.

Qualifications
MSc, BSc, Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent
EHORB registration or equivalent
Membership of a professional body (ideally chartered) or relevant postgraduate qualification
Full, current driving licence
Commitment to maintaining Continuing Professional Development (CPD), for example via CIEH
Strong numeracy, literacy, and grammatical accuracy to ensure clear evidence, reports, and notices