Housing Regulatory Assurance Officer - Ebley Mill - Stroud

Housing Regulatory Assurance Officer - Ebley Mill - StroudReference: REQ0318 Description: Tenant Relations£34,811 (Stroud 4)Join Stroud District Council and help shape housing services that make a real difference to people’s lives. Set in one of the country’s most attractive areas, we are an ambitious, forward-thinking council with sustainability at the heart of our work. We are proud to support thriving communities and to offer a workplace where people can develop, contribute and feel valued.We are looking for a highly organised, analytical and proactive professional to join our Housing Service as a Housing Regulatory Assurance Officer. This exciting new role offers the opportunity to be at the centre of our regulatory assurance work, helping us meet the requirements of the Regulator of Social Housing, prepare for inspections, and continue improving the services we provide to our tenants.Working across the Housing Service, you will coordinate assurance and compliance activity, maintain clear evidence and assurance processes, and work with managers, service teams, tenants and partners to identify risks, support good practice and drive continuous improvement.If you have experience in compliance, assurance, governance, regulation, housing, performance management or service improvement, this is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills in a role with purpose. You will help ensure our housing services are accountable, well prepared and focused on delivering excellent outcomes for tenants and communities.About youWe are looking for someone who:Has experience of compliance, assurance, governance, regulation, performance management, housing or service improvement activities.Has excellent organisational skills and can manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.Can build positive working relationships and work collaboratively across teams.Has strong analytical skills and can interpret information, identify risks and develop practical solutions.Has excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.Is committed to delivering high-quality services and positive outcomes for tenants.For an informal discussion, please contact Jen O’Dale, Housing Regulatory Assurance Lead, by email at [email protected] this post is advertised as full-time we are open to considering flexible working arrangements with suitable candidates, subject to service needs.Closing Date: 27th September 2026Interview Date: 9th October 2026In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information: https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-us A local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028.  We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring.We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high-quality services.We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all. Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children. Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website: Stroud District – The Natural Place Region:

Location: Ebley Mill - Stroud Salary: *GBP*34,811 per annum Package: Excellent pension scheme - Flexi Working Scheme - Hybrid working approach - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our website

Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Permanent