Job Title: Project Officer – Renters' Rights Act (Housing)
Customer: London Borough of Waltham Forest
Location: Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4JF
Contract: Temporary, 12 weeks (start 10 Aug 2026)
Hours: 36 per week
Pay: £26.04 per hour PAYE
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver specialist support/advice for the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act
- Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and policies
- Manage escalated/complex customer issues
- Research developments, collate and analyse data, and produce advisory reports
- Lead on systems, policies, and procedures within housing compliance
- Support Housing Options & Support Service operational requirements
- Maintain accurate monitoring data and project documentation
Candidate Requirements
- Experience with Renters' Rights Act and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
- Project management experience (time, budget, quality)
- Liaising with internal/external partners
- Experience working with diverse communities
- Strong report writing and communication skills
- Organisational and coordination skills
- Degree or equivalent vocational qualification, or relevant professional experience
Why Apply?
- Competitive hourly pay (PAYE £26.04)
- Must provide eligibility to work in the UK
- 2 years' references/work history
Order Reference: OR106864
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: £26.04 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Experience:
- Renters’ Rights Act and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.: 2 years (required)
- Project management (time, budget, quality).: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
