Job Description

400-475 p/d via umbrella (INSIDE IR35) - potential flexibility depending on experience
Initial 3-month contract (likely extension)
Predominantly office-based with flexible site presence as required
Standard DBS required
As the Housing Compliance Manager, you'll take ownership of statutory landlord compliance across Rotherham's housing portfolio - from gas and electrical safety to fire risk, lifts, and damp & mould.
You'll be responsible for ensuring the Council meets all regulatory and legal requirements - acting as the Accountable Person under the Building Safety Act 2022, managing a dedicated compliance team, and implementing robust monitoring processes. Expect to work closely with senior leaders, contractors, and tenant groups to ensure homes remain safe, compliant, and tenant-focused.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading a team of Compliance Officers and Surveyors across key safety areas including gas, fire, asbestos, water, and electrical safety.
Overseeing policy and procedure development in line with latest regulations and best practice.
Ensuring key systems - from certificates to QA inspections - are managed and monitored accurately.
Managing a live programme of remedial actions for compliance issues, ensuring swift and effective resolution.
Preparing and presenting reports to Senior Leadership, Cabinet Members, and tenant forums.
Overseeing contract performance, supporting staff development, and driving a high-performance culture.
Keeping ahead of legislation changes, proactively identifying risks and improvement opportunities.
Managing budgets associated with compliance activity and maintaining accurate performance data.
What do you need?
To be successful in this role, you'll need to demonstrate:
UK Resident
Minimum 3 years' experience of proven leadership of housing compliance teams within a local authority or social housing setting.
A recognised qualification such as NEBOSH, IOSH, CIOB, or Institute of Asset Management, alongside CPD in compliance, health & safety or building safety
Extensive knowledge of housing compliance legislation and standards across multiple areas (e.g. Fire, Asbestos, Legionella, Electrical, Gas)
Experience managing contracts, performance, and risk in a complex housing environment
Strong report writing, analytical, and stakeholder management skills - from tenants to Cabinet-level decision-makers
Confidence working within changing legislation and embedding best practice
A collaborative, people-focused approach with a drive to deliver high-quality, safe services
Next steps:
This is a key strategic appointment, and interviews will be arranged swiftly.
If you're an experienced housing compliance lead looking for your next impactful interim post, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply with your CV today - the closing date is Saturday 5th July.
Interim Property Housing Compliance Manager
Rotherham Posted about 17 hours ago
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