One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Housing Reviews and Quality Assurance Officer on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm. Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week. Overview: To lead the statutory independent housing review function in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 (as amended), covering both homelessness decisions (Part 7) and housing allocations (Part 6). The post holder will ensure legal compliance and continuous service improvement through quality assurance, training, and expert guidance across the Housing Options team. Key Responsibilties: Manage and conduct statutory reviews under Section 202 and related housing legislation, ensuring decisions are legally sound and in line with council policies and procedures. Provide expert legal interpretation and advice in response to litigation and housing case law, supporting the preparation of case files and guidance for counsel. Lead on quality assurance of homeless services, promoting consistent, high-quality decision-making and service delivery. Develop and implement compliance programs, including regular audits and assessments to ensure alignment with local and national legal standards. Oversee the accurate and timely completion of government housing data returns (e.g. HCLIC), enhancing data integrity and ..... full job details .....