Private Sector Technical Compliance Officer

Job introduction

Job title: Private Sector Housing Technical Compliance Officer

Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. We are proud of our world‑famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces - there's really something for everyone!

We are seeking a dedicated Private Sector Housing (PSH) Technical Compliance Officer to join our busy team.

• In the role of PSH Technical Compliance Officer, you will undertake checks on private rented sector properties to ensure compliance with licence conditions, HHSRS standards, and other regulatory requirements, supporting Senior Enforcement Officers in their work.
• Your duties will include delivery of undertaking investigations into housing offences, preparing notices, investigating hazards, and representing the service at meetings and tribunals. The role involves responding to complaints, gathering evidence, and providing advice to other services.
• The ideal PSH Technical Compliance Officer candidate will have demonstrable knowledge of a relevant qualification or extensive experience in a similar role, knowledge of HHSRS and licensing schemes, and strong communication skills.
• The role will also require good attention to detail, the ability to work in a busy demanding environment and willingness to work outside of normal working hours, if required by service standards.

If you're committed to improving private sector housing standards, we would love to hear from you!

• At least 29 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 33 after 5 years' service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) - a "Flexibility First" approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme - option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time - a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme
• Medicash

Closing date: midnight on Sunday 22nd February 2026

Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 2nd March 2026

Interview date: W/C Monday 16th March 2026

Interview type: face to face

We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.

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Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under‑represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at

• £35,412 - £39,862 per year