Compliance Housing Officer

Job Description37 hours per week / 37,000 per annum / fixed term until 1 November 2026 / hybrid based in Hove and regular travel to our sites across Sussex and Guildford / Monday-Thursday 9-5pm; Friday 9-4.30pm.nis to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.nWe are recruiting for a brand-new role to join our Asset Management Team which works closely with colleagues across housing, compliance, and property management to deliver excellent housing services.nAs our new Compliance Housing Officer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality housing services and ensuring property compliance across our sites. You will ensure all statutory and regulatory obligations are met, particularly in relation to health and safety, property standards, and landlord responsibilities. Youll also oversee responsive mechanical and electrical services, ensuring safe and reliable housing for our residents. For an initial six months, the role will take the lead on coordinating the onboarding of new properties in and around Hove whilst also providing essential support across our property portfolio.nIn delivering the role, you will be responsible for:nnManaging onboarding and tenancy processes, including home visits, occupancy checks, and emergency protocols.n Coordinating repairs and compliance checks, ensuring timely completionnMonitoring housing regulations and safety standards (e.g. gas, fire, legionella, asbestos).nConducting inspections and audits, maintaining regulatory registers, and supporting contractor management.nDelivering excellent customer service and supporting income collection and tenancy issue resolution.nRepresenting YMCA DownsLink Group in meetings with landlords and suppliers and supporting service improvement initiatives.nnQualifications, knowledge, and experiencennExperience in the housing sector, particularly in regulated environments and property compliance. Strong knowledge of housing legislation and safety standards.n Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.nProven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.nProficiency in digital tools (e.g. Microsoft Office 365, property management systems).nA CIH Level 3 qualification in Housing Maintenance, Lettings, or Housing Services or equivalent compliance or health 'safety qualifications (City & Guilds/IOSH/NEBOSH).nA full driving licence and access to a car for travel across service sites within the working day.nnIf you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contactnShould you require any assistance with our application process, please email us atnCLOSING DATE: Wednesday 17 September at midnight. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.nSuccessful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions.We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this rolenAn inclusive workplaceWe are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.nAccessibilityIf you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.nYMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.Successful applicantsare required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including theChildrens and Adults barred lists)check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.

Created: 2025-09-16