Reviews Officer

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

The Reviews Officer is responsible for conducting statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant case law. The role ensures that all review decisions relating to homelessness applications suitability of accommodation housing register decisions and other housing-related determinations are completed lawfully independently and within set timeframes.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Carry out statutory reviews under section 202 of the Housing Act 1996 relating to homelessness decisions.
Conduct suitability reviews of temporary accommodation allocations decisions discharge of duty and other relevant housing matters.
Ensure all decisions are fair evidence-based and compliant with legislation regulations and case law.
Lead the review process from start to finish including gathering evidence requesting information and interviewing applicants where required.

Essential Experience Required

Proven experience as a Housing Reviews Officer.
Detailed knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) HRA 2017 and homelessness case law.
Experience preparing highquality section 184 and 202/203 decisions.

Essential Qualification Required

General education qualification in the related field is essential.

Additional information to note

Working hours: 36 hours per week
1 day in the office - this is subject to business needs
Location: 255-259 High Road Ilford Greater London IG1 1NY United Kingdom
we work on Bi-weekly schedule.

The role closes on 28^th April 2026 apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

The Reviews Officer is responsible for conducting statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant case law

Required Education:

The Reviews Officer is responsible for conducting statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant case law

3 months contract with a local authorityJob PurposeThe Reviews Officer is responsible for conducting statutory reviews under the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant case law. The role ensures that all review decisions relating to homelessness applications suita...