Housing Options Officer

South East - £26 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge?

A Local Authority in Hertfordshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

The role involves going into the office 2-3 days/week, with the rest of the week being remote.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, do get in touch over the weekend with your availability to speak on the morning of Monday 16/05/2022.

My email address is shivani@park-avenue.co.uk and the best number to get me on would be 0203 795 4828!

Housing Options Officer

South West - £26 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Homelessness Prevention Officer looking for a new challenge?

A Local Authority in Dorset are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

The role involves going into the office 2 days/week, with the rest of the week being remote.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, do get in touch over the weekend with your availability to speak on the morning of Monday 16/05/2022.

My email address is shivani@park-avenue.co.uk and the best number to get me on would be 0203 795 4828!

Housing Options Officer

South East - £27 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Direct contribution to the reduction of homelessness, predominantly from the comfort of your home.

Sounds like this is something for you?

A Local Authority in Hertfordshire is looking for a Housing Options Officer who has experience assessing Homelessness Applications, making s184 decisions as well as providing expertise housing advice.

The role involves initially working in the office 1 day a week and then 2 days around June/ July time.

They are looking for someone to start as soon as possible!

If this sounds like a role for you, call me on 020 3795 1513 or pop me an email on nicole@park-avenue.co.uk !

Housing Options Officer

South East - £27 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Nothing worse than a wordy job advert, right? So let me get straight to the point!

A Local Authority in East Sussex are looking for their next Housing Options Officer to join their team - the details are below:

• Negotiable Rate
• Fully Remote
• 6-month contract with scope for extension

If this sounds like something, you would be interested in then give me a call on 0203 976 1512 for a chat or alternatively send over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk.

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - £27 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Top Job Alert - Housing Options Officer:

I am working with a Local Authority in Warwickshire who are looking for their next Interim Housing Options Officer.

If you have experience in:

• Assessing homeless applications.
• Providing housing choices advice.
• Writing s184 decision letters.

Interested? Then give me a call on 0203 976 1512 for a chat or alternatively send over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk.

The rate is negotiable and it is fully remote!

Housing Options Officer

South West - £28 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

HOT JOB ALERT:

I am currently working alongside a Local Authority in Gloucestershire, who are looking for a Housing Options Officer to come in and hit the ground running.

• Competitive Hourly Rate
• Working from the comfort of your own home
• 3 Month Contract with scope for extension

Sound tempting? Feel free to give me a call for a confidential chat on 0203 795 4828 or you can pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

North East - £39 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an Interim Estates Surveyor with Local Authority experience based in the NE of England?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in NE England, who require an Interim Estates Surveyor to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.

Your work will consist of rent reviews, lease renewals and valuations on their commercial portfolio.

We already have a surveyor working in the team, who thoroughly enjoys himself! He's said that the portfolio is diverse and going to work is never a chore!

Local Authority experience is desirable

MRICS is desirable for this role. Being a Registered Valuer is not required.

Working from home arrangements - 2 days in office per week

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior/Principal Planning Officer

South West - £37 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Senior/Principal Planning Officer

Gloucestershire

Rate: Open to Negotiation

Are you looking for an exciting new Development Management role?

My client in the Gloucestershire area is looking for an experienced Planner to work on major projects and contentious applications.

Do you think this could be the role for you?

If you are used to managing a high volume of cases, and you want to challenge yourself and work on exciting new projects - this could be the role for you.

The role is 3-6 months long and they are flexible with pay rates!

The role is also fully remote with once a month committee. Here at Park Avenue we work really closely with this council and have always received positive feedback from our contractors!

If this sounds like the role for you, please don't hesitate to give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or pop me a message on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott)!

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £28 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Housing Options Officer

Rate: £28

Have you ever considered going into temporary contracting and earning a competitive salary whilst also reducing homelessness in the UK?

A Local Authority in Bedfordshire is looking for an experienced housing options officer to join their team and assist with homeless applications, making s184 decisions and providing housing advice.

This role requires 1 day office presence per week.

If you'd like to discuss this in more detail, call me on 020 3795 1513 or pop me an email on nicole@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Officer

South East - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Local Authority in the South East are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Housing Options Officer

South East - £29 - £31 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Oxfordshire: 6 months minimum - Office presence twice a week - £29-£31

Are you a Housing Options Officer in or around the Oxfordshire area?

Are you looking for your next interim contract that can provide you with more security?

I am working closely with a Local Authority in Oxfordshire who are looking for their next Housing Options Officer to join the team for a minimum of 6 months!

Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity and give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or get the ball rolling and pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - £27 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Worcestershire: 3 months rolling - Fully Remote - £27 - £29 p/h

• Positive impact on people's life
• Competitive hourly rate
• Working from the comfort of your own home!

What more could you ask for?

I am working alongside a Local Authority in Worcestershire who are looking for a Housing Options Officer to join their team - don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and get in touch now!

Give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk.

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £47 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Commercial Estates Surveyor Needed!

Are you based in London and looking for a new interim Estates Surveying role in a Local Authority?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in London who require an Estates Surveyor to join their Property Services team on an initial 6-month contract.

You'll be focusing on their high-profile commercial assets, as well as some of their community assets. Landlord and tenant negotiations, rent reviews and lease renewals will be in your day-to-day agenda.

You can work from home 3 days per week initially, increasing to 4 days once you're more familiar with the portfolio.

For this role, MRICS is desirable, but not essential.

A full clean driving license is desirable, but not essential as there are good public transport links.

If you feel this is the position for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior Policy Planning Officer

East Midlands - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Senior Policy Planning Officer looking to pursue a new position within a friendly, well established Council? If so, this may be the perfect option for you.

My client, a Hertfordshire based Local Authority, are looking for a knowledgeable Senior Policy Planning Officer to join their team on an initial 6 month basis, with the scope to extend should everything go well.

The role itself will involve working on their reg 18 consultation and giving comments to development management planners on all types of planning applications.

Some office presence is required, you do not have to be Hertfordshire based, just willing to travel into the office when needed.

They are offering a competitive salary between £40-£45 per hour and are looking to speak with enthusiastic candidates ASAP.

If this sounds like a position you are interested in and want to hear more about, please send an up to date CV over to india@park-avenue.co.uk or alternatively call me on 0203 795 4832 and we can discuss further.

I can't wait to hear from you.

Principal Planning Officer

East Midlands - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new Planning position?

My client in the Northamptonshire area is looking for an experienced Principal Planner to join their busy team and work on a mixed caseload of applications including some majors.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are used to managing a caseload of mixed complexity and carrying out site visits, this could be the role for you.

The placement is initially 3 months long with a scope to extend if both parties are happy. The role supports hybrid working giving you more flexibility, and you'll be working in a busy dynamic team.

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Homelessness Preventions and Advice Officer

South East - £31 - £32 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Homelessness Preventions Officer looking for a new challenge?

A Local Authority in Surrey are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters. You will also be developing personal housing plans, particularly of assessment for vulnerability.

The role involves going into the office 2-3 days/week, with the rest of the week being remote.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, do get in touch over the weekend with your availability to speak on Tuesday 03/05/2022.

My email address is shivani@park-avenue.co.uk and best number to get me on would be 0203 795 4828!

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £48 - £53 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an Interim Estates Surveying position close to London?

Park Avenue are working with an affluent Local Authority in Hertfordshire, who are offering a 3-6 month interim contract for an experienced Estates Surveyor, with flexible working arrangements.

You'll focus your time on general estates management including rent reviews, landlord and tenant negotiations, and lease renewals.

With the new financial year around the corner, there is potential for extension on the contract if you are fulfilling your role to a good standard.

Ideally, you'll be MRICS accredited, with some experience with valuations (Being a Registered Valuer is not required).

As mentioned, flexible working is available. You'd be required to visit the offices once a week for a team meeting, with site visits as and when you think they're required.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Consultant

South East - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you have experience working on Commercial Property Portfolios in Local Authorities?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the Southeast, who require an Interim Estates Consultant on an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension.

You'll be completing rent reviews, lease renewals, landlord and tenant negotiations, with some valuations work.

You'll be working on a hybrid basis, only going into their offices/onto site once a fortnight - they're keen on flexible working! They have several offices based in the region, and you can often choose where you'd prefer to be based.

We already have people working in the council, and all are happy and choosing to extend their contracts.

MRICS is preferable for this role.

Local Authority experience is desirable.

If you feel this is the position for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Solutions Officer

East Midlands - £28 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A local Authority in Hertfordshire is looking for a competent Housing Solutions Officer to help with assessing homeless applications within Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.

If you have experience doing the above as well as interviewing and advising people at risk of homelessness or in housing need, as well as writing section 184 decision letters, this is the perfect role for you!

Send me a copy of your CV to nicole@park-avenue.co.uk or alternatively give me a call on 020 3795 1513 for a chat about details!

Senior Planner (Major Developments)

East Midlands - £40 - £41 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new Planning position?

My client is looking for an enthusiastic Senior Planner to join their busy team working on a Major Development in the rural area of Nottinghamshire.

Do you think you're up to the job?

If you're used to managing a caseload of around 30 cases, carrying out site visits and presenting in meetings - this could be the role for you.

My client is looking for someone to come in as maternity cover, giving you stability for 12 months! The council support hybrid working and are paying £40 per hour.

If you're interested or would like to have a chat to hear a little bit more - please don't hesitate to give me a call on 0203 976 1519, or message me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott).

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - £26 - £29 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for your next role?

Or maybe you are currently a permanent member of staff looking to join the interim world?

I am currently working alongside a Local Authority in Staffordshire who are looking for a Housing Options Officer to join their team on a fully remote basis! The contract is initially 3 months but there is scope for further extension.

Whichever stage you are at in your housing career this fantastic opportunity could be for you!

If you want further details, feel free to give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or feel free to pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk. You can also get in contact over on LinkedIn (Daria Kakakhan) for a chat about this role or any others that may be of interest.

DM Team Leader

East Midlands - Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a DM Team Leader looking for a new opportunity within an established local authority?

If so, this may be the perfect role for you.

My client, an Essex based Local Authority, are looking for a DM Team Leader to join their team on a 3-6 month contract basis for maternity cover.

The role will be predominantly remote, with office presence only required once a month.

This position will consist of signing off householder applications including majors before they are signed off by the service manager. You will not be expected to hold your own caseload.

My client is offering a desirable salary for the right candidate and are looking to speak with people ASAP.

If this role sounds like something you would be interested in, please email me at india@park-avenue.co.uk or alternatively call me on 0203 795 4832.

I can't wait to hear from you.

Senior Planning Officer (Part-time)

West Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new part time Planning position?

My client in the Worcestershire area is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join their busy team and work on a mixed caseload of applications on a part time basis.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are used to managing a caseload of mixed complexity and carrying out site visits, this could be the role for you.

The placement is initially 3 months long with a scope to extend if both parties are happy. The role being part time gives you the flexibility to work it around other commitments.

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Housing Options Officer

South West - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Local Authority in the South West are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Interim Property Consultant

East Midlands - £45 - £48 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an Interim Property Consultant, who can assist in managing trainee/graduate Surveyors?

A Lancashire Local Authority are looking an Interim Property Consultant who can work on a 6-month initial contract.

You'd be working on their Commercial portfolio, helping to manage their Property Transformation Programme and Asset Management Plan. You'll also be required to assist and manage trainee surveyors who are working in the department.

They're working on a hybrid basis, going into the office twice a week for team meetings and site visits. Although remote working is preferable post-pandemic, the increase in office presence is because they're rebuilding their team! It would be a great opportunity for you to make your mark and enact REAL change in the organisation and community.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 976 1518

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £45 - £48 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Interested in working for a Joint Local Authority, with a large investment portfolio?

Park Avenue are working with a County Council in the scenic South of England who require an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract.

You'll be focusing on Landlord and Tenant work, alongside other duties including rent reviews, and lease renewals.

The working arrangements are flexible, with their offices being closed, and you only being required to visit the county for site visits.

Ideally, you'll be MRICS, but it's not essential! Experience in a Local Authority is desirable though.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior Enforcement Officer

North East - £35 - £40 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

Senior Enforcement Officer

Lancashire

£35-£40 per hour

Are you looking for an exciting new Enforcement position?

My client in the Lancashire area is looking for an experienced Senior Enforcement officer to join their busy team and work on a caseload of Enforcement cases.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are used to managing a caseload and arranging visits and notices, this could be the role for you.

The placement is 6 months long giving you more stability in your next role. You will be able to work closely with the rest of the team as you'll be in once a week, giving you the rest of the week to work remotely and flexibly.

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Rate: £26/£27

Hot Housing Options Officer Job!

Direct contribution to the reduction of homelessness, predominantly from the comfort of your home.

Sounds like this is something for you?

A Local Authority in Suffolk is looking for someone who has experience assessing Homelessness Applications, making s184 decisions as well as providing expertise housing advice.

The role involves working in the office 1 day a week and they are looking to interview as soon as possible!

Call me on 020 3795 1513 or pop me an email on nicole@park-avenue.co.uk if you are interested!

Housing Options Officer

South East - £25 - £28 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for your next venture?

Fancy working within walking distance of a beautiful National Trust Country park?

I know this sounds tempting!

I am working with a Local Authority in Berkshire who are looking for a Housing Options Officer to join their team. The contract length is 12 months and the rate is very negotiable.

If you have experience with Abritas then that is even better!

For a confidential chat feel free to give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk. You can also send me a message on LinkedIn (Daria Kakakhan) and we can have a discussion about this role or any others that may be suitable.

Housing Options Team Leader

South East - £32 - £35 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you want to manage a team on a partially remote basis?

I'm working with a Local Authority in West Sussex who are looking for an interim Housing Options Team Leader.

You would be overseeing their Housing Triage team, conducting 1-2-1's, and providing training on the use of systems as well as the implementation of the HRA '17.

Pop me an email on shivani@park-avenue.co.uk or call me on 0203 795 4828 if you would like the details.

Don't worry about your CV at this stage - send me what you have, and we can work on it together if needs be!

Housing Options Officer

South West - £27 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? And would you like the flexibility to work remotely?

If your answer to both the above questions is a yes, please read on!

A Local Authority in Dorset are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for me to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for your next venture?

Do you want to earn a competitive hourly rate without having to leave the comfort of your own home?

Are you nodding your head right now? Then this role could be you!

I am working with a local authority in Shropshire who are looking for their next Housing Options Officer to join their dynamic team.

If you are interested feel free to give me a call for a confidential chat on 0203 795 4828 or you can pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk. Connect with me on LinkedIn for a chat too (Daria Kakakhan).

Housing Solutions Officer

East Midlands - £25 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for a new challenge in your career and enjoy working from the comfort of your home?

A local authority in Norfolk is looking for an experienced Housing Solutions Officer to join their team and help with backlog work.

If you like to be challenged, this is the perfect role for you!

The role involves working from home on an initial 3 month contract basis.

If you would like more details, please don't hesitate to contact me on 020 3795 1513 or pop me an email on nicole@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - £27 - £28 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Housing Options Officer - Rate Negotiable - 3 month initial contract (scope for extension)

Looking for your next challenge in the Housing Options world?

Want to steer clear of the busy commutes and work from the comfort of your own home?

I am currently working alongside a Local Authority in Birmingham who are looking for a Housing Options Officer who can join their team and:

• assess Homelessness Applications
• provide Housing Choices advice,
• write s184 decision letters.

Sound tempting?

Give me a call on 02037954828 or pop over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk. You can also drop me a message on LinkedIn (Daria Kakakhan) if it is easier for you!

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Local Authority in Northamptonshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Planning Policy Manager

South East - £60 - £70 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Looking for your next Policy Managerial assignment?

I am working closely with a Local Authority based in the South East region who are keen to bring on an experienced Policy Manager.

The Head of Planning is specifically looking for someone with experience in managing planning policy teams in a local authority setting and, preferably, having taken a Local Plan through an examination in the past few years.

Having had many contractors in the local authority, I have only had great feedback on the council and how supportive the senior management team are.

You will be contracted for an initial 3 months, however the Head of Planning has made it clear there is room for an extension.

Looking for a remote working position? This role has the flexibility for this. However, there would be a need to be present for the hearings in the summer which would also be a good time to mingle with team.

The council aren't looking for someone to start until May, therefore if you're looking for your next opportunity, this would be a great one to set up for you.

The role is a competitive rate which I would be more than happy to disclose if you are keen on hearing more about the position.

My number is 02037954834 or you can send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and we can have a chat about this role!

Housing Options Officer

South East - £26 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer in search of a new exciting role, working mainly from the comfort of your home?

A Local Authority in Hertfordshire are looking for someone ambitious to provide specialist advice, assess homeless applications and carry out other general Housing Options duties.

You will work as part of a highly accredited team, mostly from home but 1 day a week office presence is required.

If you have 5+ years Local Authority experience and would like some more information, drop me an email on nicole@park-avenue.co.uk or call me on 02037 951 513. Also, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn (Nicole Frankiewicz) if you'd like to have a chat about this role or any other opportunities.

Interim Development Manager (Residential)

East Midlands - £400 - £500 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking to join an expanding and busy Affordable Housing Supply and Partnership Team with a leading London Local Authority?

Within this position you will play a key role in overseeing the Boroughs Housing Delivery Scheme. This will involve you managing and reporting of the Housing Capital Budget and working closely with the Project Manager in the Property Services team.

The role is ideal for someone with extensive experience within residential development, financial management and also someone with a keen eye for new site identification.

This role also boasts a very flexible working arrangement, whereby you will have the ability to choose your place of working depending on the project demands.

Interested? Please get in touch with me on my email (ben@park-avenue.co.uk) or call me on 020 3795 4837

Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor

West Midlands - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Looking to manage an urban, mixed property portfolio?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands who require an Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor.

You'll be working on the commercial portfolios, helping to deliver with the Strategic Asset Management plan. You'll be a key contact for all property transactions, valuations, landlord & tenant matters.

This contract will be an initial 6 months, with the potential for extension.

They're super flexible on the working arrangements, provided you can attend weekly team meetings on a Friday!

Being MRICS is essential, but being a Registered Valuer is not.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior Homelessness Preventions Officer

South East - £30 - £35 per hour + Dependent on experience

Contract Type: Temporary

Opportunity to encompass the peace and tranquillity of an enchanting natural landscape at the doorstep of your workplace!

A local authority based in Essex is looking for a Senior Homelessness Preventions Officer to work 1 / 2 days in the office.

Some of the duties include organising and managing the day-to-day work of the team, providing advice and support to homelessness officers while also carrying a small caseload of your own and providing training to new members of staff.

The rate is largely dependent on experience.

If this is something you would be interested in or would like some more information, call me on 0203 795 1513 or email me at nicole@park-avenue.co.uk. Also, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn (Nicole Frankiewicz) and we can have a chat.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment and fully remote working?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Local Authority in East Sussex are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Homelessness Preventions Officer

South East - £26 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Homelessness Preventions Officer with 5+ years of Local Authority experience? Then you could excel in this role!

One of my clients in Essex is looking for a candidate to cover initial assessments, preventions, and decision-making.

Their main systems are Jigsaw and Civica, however don't worry if you haven't used these previously.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later.

If this doesn't sound like the role for you but you would still like to have a confidential discussion about your interim options, feel free to reach out and we can get something in the diary!

Senior Planning Officer

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Senior Planning Officer

Leicestershire

£35-£40 per hour

Are you looking for an exciting new Development Management position?

My client in the Leicestershire area is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join their busy team and work on a mixed caseload of applications including complex minors.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are MRTPI qualified and used to dealing with a caseload of applications, this could be the role for you.

The placement is 6 months long with a scope to extend to 9, giving you the stability in a role. The Council support remote working, and site visits are really flexible. You could do them weekly, fortnightly or monthly, which will give you the flexibility around a busy schedule!

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Senior Planning Officer

East Midlands - £40 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Senior Planning Officer looking to pursue a new position within a friendly, well established council? If so this role may be of interest to you.

My Cambridgeshire based client is looking for a knowledgeable Senior Planning officer to join their team on an initial 3 month basis, with the potential to extend up to 6 months should everything go well.

The role in itself will consist of working on large householders, small residential projects going up to major projects also, as well as being hybrid with only a days office presence required.

You do not need to be Cambridgeshire based, if you are willing to travel into the office once a week that would great. If not, there is some flexibility with this.

They are offering a competitive salary between £40-£50 per hour and wanting to speak to people as soon as possible.

If this sounds like a position you are interested in and want to hear more about, please send an up to date CV over to india@park-avenue.co.uk or alternatively call me on 0203 795 4832 and we can discuss further.

I can't wait to hear from you.

Housing Options Officer

South West - £26 - £27 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Top Job Alert - Housing Options Officer

Direct positive impact on people's lives, competitive hourly rate and fully remote!

What more could you ask for?

I am currently working alongside a Local Authority in Gloucestershire, who are looking for a Housing Options Officer to come in and hit the ground running. This role is an initial 3 month contract with scope to extend and the rate is open to negotiation.

If you think this could be you then send over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk or give me a call on 0203 795 4828 for a quick chat. Feel free to pop me a message on LinkedIn as well (Daria Kakakhan) to get the ball rolling.

Interim Acquisition and Disposals Surveyor

West Midlands - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Previous 'Council of the Year' Winner requires Interim Acquisition and Disposals Surveyor!

A Lancashire based Local Authority are looking for an Interim Acquisitions and Disposals Surveyor to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.

They need an expert eye to assist with preparing properties and land for auction, site investigations/acquisitions and negotiating with legal and planning agents.

MRICS is required. Registered Valuer status is not.

This Local Authority are working on a hybrid basis but encourage office attendance and site visits once a week.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim EPC Project Surveyor

South East - £40 - £43 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an EPC Project Surveyor looking for an interim role in a Local Authority close to London?

RATE: £40-43 per hour INSIDE IR35

CONTRACT: 12-18 months

LOCATION: Hertfordshire

You'll be required to:

• Deliver a comprehensive review of all the properties needing EPC and to co-ordinate a full EPC programme
• Collate findings of EPCs of buildings and devise a programme of works to improve ratings.
• Coordinate evidence for EPC exemptions
• Identify anomalies and gaps in findings for future.

FULL JD IS AVAILABLE AT REQUEST

A degree in Estates or Building Surveying, with MRICS/FRICS accreditation is required to be considered.

You'll need a minimum 5 years' experience in Estates, Building Surveying or MEES Legislation.

This Local Authority are working on a hybrid basis but encourage office attendance and site visits once a week.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim EPC Project Manager

South West - £300 - £350 per week + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently looking for an experienced EPC Project Manager to work with one of our Local Authority clients in the South West.

The primary purpose of the role is to act as a dedicated project lead on MEES. It will entail looking at Energy performance and considering implications for the Council's property portfolio. You will be tasked with ensuring defined goals and targets are achieved; providing regular reports and managing progress; establishing solutions and obtaining any, and all, necessary approvals

Duties in the role

• Ensuring any non-compliant properties achieve a requisite EPC rating and/or improve its EPC where possible.
• Ensuring new EPCs are obtained or appropriate exemption is registered.
• Ensuing any changes that EPC ratings on properties are appropriate and current
• Maintaining and Monitoring budgets and keeping a programme of any necessary works.
• Leading a working group(s) dedicated to the project and being the principal liaison between business areas including Estates, Project Delivery, Corporate Estate, Listed Building and Planning, Finance, Procurement, External Solicitors and External EPC assessor(s).
• Looking at procurement processes and putting in place a framework for draw down of consultants as necessary.
• Ensuring any improvement works are carried out to programme and on budget; and
• Risk analysis and preparing reports on what measures and approximate costs are needed to bring buildings up to required ratings
• Writing policy on procedures and measures.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position or would like to apply, please contact Ben at Park Avenue Recruitment on 020 3795 4828 or email ben@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Development Manager (Town Centre Regeneration)

South East - £500 - £550 per week + Outside IR35

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking to join an ambitious and challenging town centre regeneration programme with a Local Authority?

This could be the role for you.

In this role you will play a key role in overseeing the delivery of a number of key mixed-use development programmes within the Borough. With the majority of projects being at option/feasibility stage.

The role is ideal for someone with extensive experience within both residential and commercial development. Ideally with a background in implementing complex town centre regeneration projects within Local Authorities.

The position will be based around a flexible home and office working arrangement, whereby you will only be required to travel from home when the work requires.

Interested? Please get in touch with me on my email (ben@park-avenue.co.uk) or call me on 020 3795 4837

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £25 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? And would you like the flexibility to work remotely?

If your answer to both the above questions is a yes, please read on!

A Local Authority in Lincolnshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for me to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £25 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Local Authority in Derbyshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Development Management Manager

East Midlands - £55 - £60 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for the next step in your career?

My client in the Lancashire area is looking for a new Development Management Manager to look after a small team covering both DM and Enforcement.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you have experience working on a caseload as well as allocating, signing off and mentoring - this could be the role for you.

The placement is 3 months long however, there is a scope to extend giving you the stability for a longer period. The role is hybrid working (it would be great if you could visit the team once a week, however, this is also open to negotiation).

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Development Management Team Leader

South West - £50 - £51 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you enjoy the responsibility of leading a team as well as holding a small caseload?

A Local Authority in Somerset are looking to bring on a Development Management Team Leader to help the Service Manager with signing off applications and mentoring.

The role also includes working on a caseload of major applications if you enjoy both management and working on applications.

Having worked with this council for years, my contractors have only given great feedback about the support that is provided within the council.

Flexible remote working is offered with this position. There would be a need to travel to the area for committee meetings and site visits once or twice a month.

With this in mind, the hiring manager is more than happy to consider Planners who are from further afield.

They can be flexible in regard to the hourly rate, this will depend on your previous experience.

My number is 02037954834 if you want some more information on this particular role or if you wanted to discuss contracting in general- more than happy to chat!

Feel free to send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk if you would like to be considered for this role.

Head of Planning Policy

East Midlands - £500 - £550 per day + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Policy Manager looking for your next interim assignment?

I am working with a Hertfordshire based Local Authority who are looking to appoint a Head of Planning Policy to lead the Planning Policy and Conservation team.

The position is an initial 6 month contract so you have security of the role taking you through until autumn.

If you've worked at Head of Planning level and enjoy the Planning Policy aspect, this position could be suited to you.

You will be responsible for the preparation, adoption and review of relevant parts of the statutory Development Plan for their Local Plan, Neighbourhood Plans and Orders, Planning/Development Briefs, Supplementary Planning Documents, Infrastructure Delivery Plan.

Not based locally to Hertfordshire? This isn't a problem as the council offer flexible remote working, although it would be great if you could pop in every so often.

The council are looking to pay around £500 per day but there is room for negotiation.

I am more than happy to give you more information on this and send you a job description. My number is 02037954834 or you can send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and we can explore this opportunity.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Working in a city that is referred to as "the birthplace of football" and only 5 minutes away from one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Boat trips along the River Cam and incredibly scenic landscapes.

What more could you want?

If you live within commuting distance of Cambridge and are looking for a new Housing Options Officer role, pop me an email on nicole@park-avenue.co.uk or call me on 020 3795 1513.

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Location: Warwickshire

Role: Housing Options Officer

Rate: Negotiable

Top Job Alert - Housing Options Officer:

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for your next venture? Do you like the idea of earning a competitive hourly rate all whilst in the comfort of your own home?

If you are nodding your head right now, then this role could be for you!

I am working with a Local Authority in Warwickshire who are looking for their next Interim Housing Options Officer.

If you have experience in:

• Assessing homeless applications
• Providing housing choices advice
• Writing s184 decision letters

Interested? Then give me a call on 0203 976 1512 for a chat or alternatively send over your CV to daria@park-avenue.co.uk.

Planning Officer

South East - £30 - £35 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Planning Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Surrey based local authority is looking for a reliable planning officer to join their team on an initial 3 month period with the potential to extend. You'll be working on householder applications in the Green Belt, beyond the Green Belt and in the developed area.

Why work for this local authority? This is client we have been working with for years and therefore can vouch that they offer a supportive and approachable environment that has kept many of our contractors there over the years.

If you're a contractor who is looking to get back into the office but still have the flexibility of working from home, then this role is for you!

Want more details? Give me a call on 020 3795 4828, I'm happy to chat with you. Equally, you can send your CV to liam@park-avenue.co.uk and I can set the wheels in motion with your application.

Housing Options Manager

East Midlands - £33 - £37 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you want to manage a team on a partially remote basis?

What if I said you could spend two days a week with them in the office, and supervise them via Teams the rest of the time?

I'm working with a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire who are looking for an interim Housing Options Manager.

You would be overseeing their Housing Options team, conducting 1-2-1's, and additionally being involved in the Council's Operational Management.

Pop me an email on shivani@park-avenue.co.uk or call me on 02037954828 if you would like the details.

Don't worry about your CV at this stage - send me what you have, and we can work on it together if needs be!

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £25 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, read on!

A Local Authority in Northamptonshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

If you've used Jigsaw, even better!

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later.

Policy Planning Officer

South East - £30 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Policy Planning Officer looking for your next assignment?

A Surrey based local authority are looking for a Policy Planning officer to join the team at a very exciting time.

You will be joining an experienced team, helping with community engagement projects, and assisting with examination projects. Local Plan experience is ideal, but the best part is you don't have to have 5+ years experience in Planning Policy to be considered, just a willingness to jump in and help the Policy Team.

Why work for this local authority? This is client we have been working with for years and therefore can vouch that they offer a supportive and approachable environment that has kept many of our contractors there over the years.

If you're a contractor who is looking for some office presence, this is the role for you as they would like someone who wants to come in and integrate with the team (although remote working is also offered!)

Want more details? Give me a call on 020 3795 4828, I'm happy to chat with you. Equally, you can send your CV to liam@park-avenue.co.uk and I can set the wheels in motion with your application.

Principal Planner

East Midlands - £50 - £51 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new Development Management role?

My client, based in Yorkshire, is looking for an experienced Principal Planner to come and work on a mixed caseload of around 20-30 applications.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are RTPI qualified and are used to managing your time and working to deadlines, this could be the role for you.

The role is 6 months long and is flexible with working arrangements. They are looking for someone to come in the office once a week and site visits can be fitted around your schedule. The rate is also open for negotiating.

Please don't hesitate to pop me a call on 0203 976 1519 or a message via email or LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) if you'd like more information on this position.

Senior Planner

West Midlands - £56 - £57 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new Development Management role?

My client, based in Warwickshire, is looking for an experienced Senior Planner to come and work on a mixed caseload of applications including complex minors and some small majors.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are RTPI qualified and are used to managing your time and working to deadlines, this could be the role for you.

The role is initially 3 months, but there is a scope to extend past this. The role is also extremely flexible (remote working with site visits expected once a week or even fortnightly!), giving you the opportunity to fit it around your schedule.

Please don't hesitate to pop me a call on 0203 976 1519 or a message via email or LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) if you'd like more information on this position.

Interim Development Manager (Housing Delivery)

South East - £450 - £500 per day + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking to join an ambitious and challenging housing development programme with a Local Authority?

This could be the role for you.

You will play a key role in overseeing the delivery of mixed size housing site from inception to completion. The sites range from 10 units all the way up to 250.

The role is ideal for someone with extensive experience within the housing sector, delivering high quality new homes. With a proven track record in implementing complex mixed-tenure sites, on time and in budget.

Interested? Please get in touch with me on my email (ben@park-avenue.co.uk) or call me on 020 3795 4837

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £37 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Interested in working for a Joint Local Authority, with a large investment portfolio?

Park Avenue are working with a County Council in the scenic South of England who require an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract.

You'll be focusing on Landlord and Tenant work, alongside other duties including rent reviews, and lease renewals.

The working arrangements are flexible, with their offices being closed, and you only being required to visit the county for site visits.

Ideally, you'll be MRICS, but it's not essential! Experience in a Local Authority is desirable though.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Principal Planner

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Principal Planner looking to start a new venture in a well established council? If so, we may have the job for you.

Our Client, a Cambridgeshire based Local Authority are looking for a Principal Planner to join their already well rounded team, on a 3 month initial contract but highly likely to get extended should everything go well.

Are you looking to work on major and contentious projects? This position gives you the opportunity to work on urban extensions and major residential applications.

If you are looking to work remotely and conduct site visits occasionally/attend some meetings with developers, this could be the perfect fit for you.

You do not need to be Cambridgeshire based, so long as you are willing to travel for the occasional site visit and meetings.

The salary will be dependent on experience.

If this sounds like a position you are interested in and want to hear more about, please send an up to date CV over to india@park-avenue.co.uk or alternatively call me on 0203 795 4832, we can discuss further.

I can't wait to hear from you.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £22 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Hot Job Alert - Housing Options Officer - £22-£27 per hour

Do you want to help support positive change in people's life?

Do you want to escape the busy commutes into the office, and work in the comfort of your own home?

I am working with a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire who are looking for an Interim Housing Options Officer.

If you can:

• Consider and assess homeless applications in accordance with the Housing Act 1996.
• Ensure that the Council complies with its statutory duties in providing homeless prevention advice.
• Ensure that appropriate risk assessments are carried out and referrals are made as necessary for those clients moving into temporary accommodation.
• Provide customers with robust action planning to ensure customers have the best chance to improve their housing options.

Then this could be the role for you!

For a confidential chat regarding this post please give me a call on 020 3280 2945 or drop an e-mail to daria@park-avenue.co.uk.

Principal Planner

South East - £40 - £41 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking to join an ambitious local authority?

An East Sussex based local authority are looking for a Principal Planner to join the team at a very exciting time.

You will be working on major applications, PPA's and there is even the opportunity to do some mentoring if that's something you are interested in.

You don't need to be based in the East Sussex area to explore this opportunity as the council are offering you the flexibility of home working and they are open for you to organise your site visits in a way that works for you.

This local authority are looking for an innovative, detail oriented and experienced planner to oversee multiple projects.

Want more details? Give me a call on 020 3795 4828, I'm happy to chat with you. Equally, you can send your CV to liam@park-avenue.co.uk and I can set the wheels in motion with your application.

Interim Estates Team Leader

East Midlands - £50 - £55 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for a new Interim Estates Team Leader position?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in Derbyshire who are looking to appoint someone with managerial experience, with an Estates Management background.

CONTRACT: 6-month contract

RATE: £375-400 per day inside IR35

WFH: 1 day in office for team meetings (remainder from home)

Your day-to-day duties will consist of overseeing Estates Officers/Assistants and supporting with rent reviews, lease renewals, landlord and tenant liaisons, debt management and easements.

MRICS is required for this position, as you'll be signing off on the work submitted.

Local Authority experience is beneficial, but not essential.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Housing Options Officer with 5+ years of Local Authority experience? Then you could excel in this role!

One of my clients in Nottinghamshire is looking for a candidate to cover initial assessments, preventions, and decision-making. They're a team of 10, and would need you in the office once a week, with the remaining days being fully remote.

Their main systems are Jigsaw and Northgate, however don't worry if you haven't used these previously.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

If this doesn't sound like the role for you but you would still like to have a confidential discussion about your interim options, feel free to reach out and we can get something in the diary!

Principal Planner

East Midlands - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity within the planning department of a local authority?

My client based in the Leicestershire area is looking for a Principal Planner to join their team and work on major applications.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are a member of the RTPI and have experience dealing with between 50-200 units, this could be the role for you.

The role is remote with site visits required once in a blue moon, allowing you to maintain a good work life balance! The placement is initially three months long with a large scope to extend beyond this due to the nature of the applications. The pay is open to negotiation depending on experience.

Does this sound like to role for you?

If you'd like to have a chat about this role and how it might suit your experience, give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or pop me a message on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott).

Interim Estates Manager

East Midlands - £450 - £500 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Needing the next step up in your career?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the East Midlands who require an Interim Estates Manager on an initial 6-month contract.

Your key duties will be:

• Delivering their asset management plan
• Managing the red book valuations
• Assisting your team with general estates management

You'll be managing four other Property professionals on your team, as well as supporting two Junior Surveyors with their APC (to become RICS registered).

At the moment, the Council are all working remotely! You'd only be required to visit sites, and utilise Microsoft Teams for staff meetings.

Being a MRICS Surveyor and Registered Valuer is required for this position.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior Planner

South West - £40 - £41 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Planner who wants to be part of an urban extension team?

I am working with a Local Authority in Devon who are looking for a Senior Planner to join their urban extension team on a 6 month initial contract.

Applications anticipated over the next few months are likely to include detailed proposals for circa 1200 homes, commercial buildings and a business park so experience with this would be ideal.

If you haven't worked on up to 1200 homes, not a problem. The manager is happy to consider Planners who have worked on 50+ units for this role. They just want a trusted contractor to come in and make a difference.

Given the project, there isn't a need for many site visits at all. Although, they would like you to be able to do face to face meetings every so often (with the rest working from home.)

The position may also have the potential to go OUTSIDE IR35 due to the nature of the work.

Want more details? Give me a call on 02037954834, I'm happy to have a chat with you. Equally, you can send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and I can get the ball rolling with your application.

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Property Professional considering a change from permanent employment to the interim/contracting world for the New Financial Year?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in Lancashire who require an Interim Estates Surveyor on a 3-month rolling contract.

You'll be required to complete general estates management duties for the Property Services Department, mainly focusing on their rent review backlog! Other duties might include: liaising with landlords and tenants, managing lease renewals, and contributing to budget delivery strategies.

You can work flexibly on this, with you being in the office one day per week and working remotely the remainder.

MRICS accreditation is required, and Local Authority experience is desirable.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you have experience in Estates Management, primarily Rent Reviews, Lease Renewals and Easements?

You could excel in this role!

Our Local Authority client is looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor on a 6-month contract, with the potential for extension after this period. They are based in the picturesque Southeast of England and would ideally like you to visit once a fortnight to meet their tenants and your peers. The remainder of the time, you can work from home!

You don't have to be MRICS for this, but previous experience in a Local Authority/Local Government organisation is desirable.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior Planning Officer

South West - £40 - £41 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Looking for a more secure and long-term contract position within Planning?

A South West based Local Authority are looking for a Senior Planner to join the team on what could be up to a year long contract, due to a permanent member of staff going on maternity leave.

If you enjoy committee report writing and appeal work (hearings rather than inquiries) then this Senior Planning Officer position could be a good fit for you.

You don't need to be South West based to explore this opportunity as it is fully remote working and the council gives you the flexibility to conduct the site visits when you see fit. They can also offer the option of more local Planners taking photos of sites for when you are unable to visit.

Ultimately the council is based in a lovely rural part of the country so not the worst location to visit during the summer months.

If you want to discuss this role further, give me a call on 02037954834 or send me your CV - amy@park-avenue.co.uk if you want to be considered.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £27 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you miss working from an office, but want the flexibility of still being able to work remotely at your convenience?

What if I said you could work predominantly from home, but pop into the office only once a week?

I'm working with a Local Authority in Leicestershire who are looking for an interim Housing Options Officer. They're a team of 10 at the moment, and you could be the perfect addition!

If you've assessed Homelessness Applications, provided Housing Choices advice, and written s184 decision letters, you can do the job.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £27 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, please read on!

A Local Authority in Nottinghamshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later.

Senior Enforcement Officer

West Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new role within the planning enforcement department of a local authority?

My client, based in the Midlands, is looking for an experienced Senior Enforcement Officer to join their team and work on a backlog of cases as well as new ones that come in.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you have experience working on a range of Enforcement cases and you are used to working towards deadlines this could be the role for you.

The placement is 4 months long however, there is a scope to extend giving you the stability for a longer period. The role is remote working with occasional site visits required, the site visits are flexible giving you the option to fit them into a schedule that suits you.

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £50 - £55 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an Interim Estates Surveying position close to London?

Park Avenue are working with an affluent Local Authority in Hertfordshire, who are offering a 3-6 month interim contract for an experienced Estates Surveyor, with flexible working arrangements.

You'll focus your time on general estates management including rent reviews, landlord and tenant negotiations, and lease renewals.

With the new financial year around the corner, there is potential for extension on the contract if you are fulfilling your role to a good standard.

Ideally, you'll be MRICS accredited, with some experience with valuations (Being a Registered Valuer is not required).

As mentioned, flexible working is available. You'd be required to visit the offices once a week for a team meeting, with site visits as and when you think they're required.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £37 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Still enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working after the pandemic?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the East Midlands who require an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract. The contract will be extended if everyone is happy with the arrangements. The previous Interim Surveyor had been there for nearly 3 years!

In this role, you'll be required to:

• Advise on Estates Management and Valuation matters.
• Contribute to budget delivery - meeting saving and efficiency targets.
• Undertake negotiations in technical property issues on behalf of customers and Shareholders.

The Council have found working remotely to be hugely beneficial to productivity levels - You'll only need to complete site visits, rather than visiting the office unnecessarily.

Ideally, you'll be MRICS, but it isn't essential.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £35.00 - £40.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an Estates Surveyor in the Midlands looking for an interim role in Property Services?

You could join this Local Authority, who boast the largest public sector property portfolio in Europe!

There are three property teams: Operational, Investment and Commercial. You'd be focusing on the backlog of rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord and tenant negotiations.

The council are operating on a hybrid basis, where you'd only be required to attend site visits, with infrequent office days.

MRICS is desirable, but not essential for this position.

Prior experience in a Local Authority would be beneficial but it's not crucial.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Valuations Surveyor

South East - £325 - £350 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a RICS Registered Valuer with a Commercial Property background?

Park Avenue are working with an Essex based Local Authority who are looking for a Interim Commercial Valuer on an initial 6 month contract.

You'll be working on commercial valuations, developing core Corporate Property Strategies for use and development of the Corporate Property Portfolio.

The nature of valuations work means you'd be required to complete site visits, but the remaining work hours can be spent from the comfort of your own home!

This council are open to full time or part time employees - whatever works best for you.

You do need to be MRICS and a Registered Valuer for this role.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Chartered Estates Surveyor with Local Authority experience?

Are you looking for a new interim contract to get you into the summer months?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the Essex who need an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract. There is potential for extension after the initial 6 months.

You'll be completing rent reviews, lease renewals, easements, and service charge agreements.

They're currently working on a flexible working arrangement, and this is set to stay! You'd be required to enter the offices/go on site visits 1-2 times per week.

Local Authority experience is required, as is being MRICS accredited.

We have a fantastic working arrangement with the manager, who has previously worked with Park Avenue himself!

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £350 - £400 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority Client in Berkshire who are looking for an interim Estates Surveyor to join their property team

The Job

As an Interim Estates Surveyor, you will play a key part within the estates team, working on a comprehensive range of property management duties to ensure the effective management of the Council's Assets including acquisitions, disposals, valuations, rent reviews, lettings and lease renewals.

Key Experience Required:

• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, Landlord and Tenant Matters, and ideally previous Local Authority experience.
• Previous experience in working within mixed property portfolios.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and ideally be MRICS qualified.
• Ability to work efficiently from home.

Contract

• The position will be for an initial 6 Month period with scope for rolling extension.
• Remote / hybrid working available

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Ben at Park Avenue Recruitment on 020 3795 4828.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Senior Planning Officer

East Midlands - £40 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a London-based Planner looking for your next opportunity or have you always wanted to work for a London Borough?

A London-based Local Authority is looking to bring on a Senior Planning Officer. It is a friendly and supportive DM Team who need an experienced Senior Planner to work on complex minors, up to small major applications.

This role has the security of 6 months initially but does have the scope to go on further if you're doing a great job within the council.

Site visits are required, however this local authority is more than happy to offer flexibility with working from home.

Location: London

Pay rate: Around £40ph - DOE

If you are interested in knowing the location of this role or happy to explore it, my number is 02037954834. Equally you can drop me your CV over email and we can have a chat about this role and many others that may be suitable - amy@park-avenue.co.uk.

Interim Rural Estates Manager

East Midlands - £400 - £425 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

IS YOUR FIELD OF EXPERTISE IN RURAL ESTATES MANAGEMENT?

Could you manage a team of other agricultural focused Property Professionals?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in East Anglia, who are looking for an Interim Rural Estates Manager on an initial 6-month contract.

You'll spend your time working on the rural property portfolios, managing 7 people (Estates Surveyors, trainees and admin staff/clerks) in the rural team and participating in meetings with the wider Property Services team.

There'll be lots of site visits for this role. So, if you thrive in agricultural portfolios and enjoy the countryside, this could be the perfect position for you!

MRICS is essential. Registered Valuer is desirable but not essential!

Previous experience managing a team is required.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Strategic Asset Manager

West Midlands - £400 - £425 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a hard-working, forward-thinking Strategic Asset Manager?

This Local Authority needs you!

Park Avenue are working with a prosperous Local Authority in the Northwest, who require an Interim Strategic Asset Manager on an initial 6-month contract. This has potential to be extended, with enough work for over 12 months!

You'll assist the Head of Development on implementing the Strategic Asset Plan, managing/analysing budgets and potentially undertaking an asset review in the future.

You'll need to be hands-on, and ready to get stuck in with the work - They're trying to increase their office presence, with the idea of staff being in office/on site twice a week.

MRICS accreditation is required, but being a Registered Valuer isn't essential.

You don't need experience managing a team of other Property Consultants at the start, but if the team is expanded, it wouldn't hurt if you do!

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? And do you need (or just want) the flexibility to work remotely?

If your answer to both the above questions is a yes, please read on!

A Local Authority in Derbyshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for me to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Housing Options Manager

East Midlands - £33 - £37 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you want to manage a team on a partially remote basis?

What if I said you could spend two days a week with them in the office, and supervise them via Teams the rest of the time?

I'm working with a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire who are looking for an interim Housing Options Manager.

You would be overseeing their Housing Options team, conducting 1-2-1's, and additionally being involved in the Council's Operational Management.

Pop me an email on shivani@park-avenue.co.uk or call me on 02037954828 if you would like the details.

Don't worry about your CV at this stage - send me what you have, and we can work on it together if needs be!

Interim Estates Consultant

South East - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you have experience working on Commercial and Educational Property Portfolios?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the Southeast, who require an Interim Estates Consultant on an initial 3-month contract, with potential for extension.

You'll be completing rent reviews, lease renewals, landlord and tenant negotiations, with some valuations work.

You'll be working on a hybrid basis, only going into their offices/onto site once a fortnight - they're keen on flexible working!

MRICS is preferable.

Local Authority experience is desirable.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Manager

South East - £375 - £400 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Property Consultant with a varied background in Property Services?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in East Anglia, who are looking for an Interim Estates Manager on an initial 6-month contract.

The portfolio is a mixed bag! There's commercial, leisure and retail properties. Any relevant experience would be welcomed.

Management experience is desirable, as you'd be overseeing other surveyors and property technicians.

MRICS is essential for this position, as you'll be supervising and delegating to others.

Previous Local Authority experience is desirable.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Building Surveyor

South East - £250 - £300 per annum

Contract Type: Temporary

A Local Authority in Hampshire are looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to join their property team.

The Role

• Under the general supervision of the Senior Building Surveyor to facilitate, via in-house teams & external contractors, traditional and partnering procurement routes, maintenance repair and planned minor/major works to the Council's non-housing portfolio.
• To assist the Senior Building Surveyor in the financial progression and reconciliation of various partnering programmes of works.
• Please keep in mind this role will be a varied and extensive, the successful candidate will also be working on some on the councils new commercial projects in the newly developed town centre.

What you need

• Experience of delivering major planned /reactive maintenance programmes.
• Experience of providing high quality, customer centred services and in particular within the public sector.
• Experience of determining the condition of existing buildings, identifying and analyzing defects, including proposals for repair
• Experience of preparing specifications, tender documents & project management of major works projects.
• Degree in Building Surveying or similar related discipline, or working towards it.
• Full membership of an appropriate professional body.

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Ben at Park Avenue Recruitment or if you are looking for any other Building Surveyor roles.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Senior Enforcement Officer

East Midlands - £40 - £43 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Senior Enforcement Officer

Norfolk

£40-£43 per hour depending on experience

Are you looking for an exciting new role within the planning department of a Local Authority?

My client based in Norfolk is looking for an experienced Enforcement Officer to join their team and assist on a backlog of cases.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you have experience working on a range of Enforcement cases and you are used to working towards deadlines this could be the role.

The placement is 3 months long, however, there is a scope to extend giving you the stability for a longer period. The role is remote working with site visits required fortnightly.

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Natasha Marriott) and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, please read on!

A Local Authority in Yorkshire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

As much as they'd like to see you in person, they're open to a fully remote working arrangement.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Alternatively, if you're considering stepping into the market and want a consultative overview of how the contracting process works, I'm happy to break this down for you.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £25 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for a new challenge within the Housing world, but craving something out of the ordinary?

I'm working with a Council in Hertfordshire that allows you to work exclusively on Single Homelessness Applications. Your job would be to assess the applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and make s184 decisions.

They're a lovely team of 15, and you could be their next addition.

Interviews will be held shortly, so if you're interested, send your CV through over the weekend and I will be in touch!

My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Interested in joining a newly restructured Property Services team in Yorkshire?

You'll be focused on the commercial and investment property portfolios, completing general estates management duties, focusing on rent reviews, disposals, lease renewals and landlord and tenant negotiations.

You'll be required to go into the office, to mingle with your new team once or twice a week, as they aim to establish hybrid working after the pandemic.

Although it's a short-term contract, there has already been discussion around extensions as they're keen to expand and develop their team.

To complete this role successfully, you'll need experience in a Local Authority environment, have MRICS credentials and you'll preferably be a Registered Valuer.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor

South East - £40 - £47 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you interested in a new Interim Estates Surveying role as we head into the Spring?

Then I have the role for you!

A Local Authority in the Southeast are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract.

For this role, you'll need experience with Landlord and Tenant negotiations, rent reviews and lease renewals. There are some aspects of valuations in this role, so some experience would be desirable.

The council are happy to offer 100% remote working, with you visiting for site inspections when required.

MRICS is essential, and experience in a Local Authority environment is required.

If you feel this is the role for you, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £40 - £41 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Could you assist a busy Local Authority Property Services Department with their Estates Management?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in Leicestershire who require an Interim Estates Surveyor.

You'll be completing general estates management duties (landlord and tenant negotiations, rent reviews, and lease renewals), with some aspects of asset management.

Prior experience in a Local Authority is essential.

You'll be required to have your MRICS accreditation, and Registered Valuer status is desirable.

If you feel you could fill this role and complete the tasks to an exceptional standard, feel free to contact Alicia for more information!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £38 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority Client in the West Midlands who are looking for an interim Estates Surveyor to join their property team

The Job

As an Interim Estates Surveyor, you will play a key part within the estates team, working on a comprehensive range of property management duties to ensure the effective management of the Council's Assets including acquisitions, disposals, valuations, rent reviews, lettings, lease renewals, surveys, consents, assignments, repair and maintenance, service charges and day to day management of tenants.

Key Experience Required:

• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, Landlord and Tenant Matters, and ideally previous Local Authority experience.
• Previous experience in working within mixed property portfolios.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and ideally be MRICS qualified.
• Ability to work efficiently from home.

Contract

• The position will be for an initial 3 Month period with scope for rolling extension.
• The contract will pay roughly £38-42 p/h via Umbrella Per Day inside IR35.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Ben at Park Avenue Recruitment on 020 3795 4828.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £280 - £320 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced General Practice Surveyor looking for a new challenge?

A Kent based Local Authority are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor to join their Property Services team.

You will be playing a key role in tackling a backlog of Estate Management works, undertaking rent reviews, lease renewals and licences.

Prior experience in a Local Authority/Government Organisation is desirable.

If you enjoy working without having your manager watching over your shoulder, this could be perfect for you! They need someone who can hit the ground running with little guidance from above.

Please give me a call on 020 3795 4837 if you wish to discuss the position in more detail or similarly find me on Linkedin (Ben Brown - Park Avenue Recruitment) and send me a message.

Planning Enforcement Team Leader

East Midlands - £49 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you enjoy managing an Enforcement Team?

If you are looking for your next opportunity to manage an Enforcement Team in a London Borough, we are working with a Local Authority who want to hear from you.

This position is a secure 6 month contract and are paying a competitive rate of £50 per hour for the right Team Leader to join the team.

If dealing with the more complex enforcement cases and leading a team to get the best out of them is something you enjoy doing day to day, this role could be a good fit for you.

You will be able to remotely manage but also have the flexibility to go on site and do face to face meetings with the team.

Want to know more? Call Amy on 02037954834 or send over your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk if you want to explore this position further. Happy to talk it through it with you.

Temporary Accommodation Officer

East Midlands - £25 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an interim role with all the well-known benefits but also the additional security of something long-term?

Then keep reading!

A Local Authority in Northamptonshire are looking for a Temporary Accommodations Officer to join them in their office. As the new addition to their team, you would be there for an initial 6 month period with the likelihood of getting extended even further!

If you have experience in directly managing properties acquired for temporary accommodation, then you can do the job.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later: My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £27 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Tired of working in the city, but still want to be a stone's throw away from all the hustle?

If you're a Housing Options Officer who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters, I have the perfect opportunity for you!

A Local Authority in Essex are looking for someone with the right experience to join their team of 10, and you could be their next addition.

They're a bit tired of speaking into screens so they want to you see in person!

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Senior Planning Officer

East Midlands - £37 - £40 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an exciting new role?

My client based in West Yorkshire is looking for an experienced Planning Officer to join their team and work on a mixed caseload of applications up to small majors.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are a member of the RTPI and you have experience working on complex minor cases and small majors, this could be the role for you.

The placement is 3 months long however, there is a scope to extend giving you the stability for a longer period. 100% remote working is available, giving you the opportunity to carry out your work from the comfort of your own home.

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Interim Head of Property

East Midlands - £450 - £550 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Can you see yourself working in a fast-paced, dynamic Local Authority, contributing to their Property and Strategic Asset Management plans?

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in Lancashire, who require an Interim Head of Property on an initial 6-month contract.

Your time would be spent implementing the new Strategic Asset Plan, which has been set out for the next 5 years. An important aim for the Council is to also rationalise their existing assets and generate funding to reinvest in their community. There would be an element of disposals to this, meaning any prior experience is appreciated.

Preferably, you'll be based in the North-West, being able to visit the offices 2-3 times a week. They'd like you to contribute to Senior Management meetings, as well as with your team of 5 other Property Consultants.

Experience/Memberships required:

• Local Authority experience
• Managerial experience of surveyors
• MRICS

For more information, get in touch with Alicia:

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Development Management Lead

South East - £50 - £60 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Looking for a step up into a management position?

If you have strong leadership skills, a supportive approach and focus on improvement, I am working on an opportunity that could be a great fit for you.

You don't have to have prior experience as a Development Management manager. If you fit the above qualities and have mentored junior members of staff in the past, this role could be your chance to get into a management role.

I am working closely with a local authority in Surrey who need a Development Management Lead to manager a team of 5 friendly and capable planners within the small major and minor applications team.

If you are looking for a solely management role, this position is ideal as you are not expected carry a caseload yourself.

Enjoy working fully remotely from the comfort of your home office? This position has the flexibility for you to do so. Although popping down to the council in the first instance to say hello to the team would be great.

I am more than happy to give you more information on this. Give me a call on 02037954834 or send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and we can explore this opportunity.

Housing Options Team Leader

South East - £23 - £25 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you want to manage a team, but afraid it will mean you have to return to the office full time?

What if I said you could spend one day a week with them in the office, and supervise them via Teams the rest of the time?

I'm working with a Local Authority in Kent who are looking for an interim Housing Options Team Leader.

If you can manage a team of 6, responsible for assessing Homelessness Applications, providing Housing Choices advice, and writing s184 decision letters, then you can do this job.

Pop me an email on manisha@park-avenue.co.uk or call me on 02037954828 if you would like the details.

Don't worry about your CV at this stage - send me what you have, and we can work on it together if needs be.

Private Sector Housing Officer

West Midlands - £33 - £36 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

West Midlands

Paying £33-£36 LTD per hour

Are you based in the West Midlands and looking for work in quite yet busy local authority?

This local authority is 30 mins away from Birmingham City yet it offers all the benefits of working in a calmer local authority with the added bonus of having a big city nearby.

As long as you are used to working within Housing Standards, ensuring landlords are compliant and following legislation, and actioning any non-compliance with enforcement action - Then this could be the job for you.

The only other thing you need is the HHSRS qualification and experience with mobile homes. That's it.

Give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or email me on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk if you would like the finer details. Don't worry about your CV at this stage - we can work together on that.

Interim Estates Surveyor

North East - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced MRICS Estates Surveyor looking for a new challenge?

A North-East Property Consultancy are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor to join their Property Services team, working closely with a new Local Authority Client.

You'll be undertaking General Estates Management work, focusing on Rent Reviews, Lease Renewals and Disposals.

Prior experience in a Local Authority/Government Organisation is desirable. If you enjoy working without having your manager watching over your shoulder, this could be perfect for you! They need someone who can hit the ground running with little guidance from above.

If you'd like some more information, please feel free to get in touch with Alicia:

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced Housing Options Officer looking for a new challenge? Or have you been a permanent member of your team but want the flexibility of an interim assignment?

If your answer to either of the above questions is a yes, please read on!

A Local Authority in Leicestershire are looking to recruit someone who can assess Homelessness Applications, provide Housing Choices advice, and write s184 decision letters.

If you've used Jigsaw, even better!

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Housing Options Officer

South East - £25 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

'I really enjoy working from home, but I do sometimes miss the office'

Sound familiar?

What if I said you could work predominantly from home, but pop into the office when you want to?

I'm working with a Local Authority in Hertfordshire who are looking for an interim Housing Options Officer. They're a team of 15 at the moment, and you could be the perfect addition!

If you've assessed Homelessness Applications, provided Housing Choices advice, and written s184 decision letters, you can do the job.

Get in touch if you would like the details. My number is 0203 795 4828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

They are looking to interview ASAP so if this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Interim Senior Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £40 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Could you help dispose of surplus assets for a busy Local Authority in Manchester?

Park Avenue are working with a Manchester based Local Authority who need several Interim Senior Estates Surveyors to join a new team within the Property Department.

Your time will be spent assisting the Property Management and Disposals teams utilising the existing assets and disposing of surplus assets to generate funding for the Council.

This contract will take you to the end of summer, with potential for extension depending on how quickly the work is completed.

Experience in a Local Authority is desirable, although not essential.

Being MRICS accredited is required, as is being a Registered Valuer - in order to complete Red Book Valuations.

For more information, get in touch with Alicia:

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Senior Planning Enforcement Officer

South East - £38 - £44 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced enforcement officer looking for a new challenge? Have you got a wealth of enforcement knowledge that you'd be keen to pass on to a new generation of planners?

If you answered 'yes' to the above questions, please read on! Park Avenue are working with a Surrey based Local Authority to help them bring onboard a Senior Enforcement Officer to tackle a backlog of enforcement cases. The backlog isn't substantial and as such, the council would be happy with a 4-day a week, part time working arrangement if you wish.

The council would also be looking for the successful candidate to pick up a training role, teaching junior members of the planning team how to do certain aspects of enforcement.

The council are looking to pay £38p/h for this position, however may pay more for an exceptional candidate. The contract will run for an initial 3-months, though this is highly likely to be extended should all go well.

If you would like to hear more about this position, please get in touch with Sean, either by email (sean@park-avenue.co.uk) or by phone (0203 795 4832). If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for Sean to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Interim Head of Strategic Property Development

East Midlands - £500 - £600 per day + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for an interim role with all the normal benefits but also a higher degree of security?

A Local Authority in London is the place for you.

If you are a Chartered Property and Development consultant with over 15 years' experience across the public and private sector, this could be the role for you.

You will not only be playing a key fundamental role in the strategic management of the councils existing portfolios but also leading on their flagship development programmes across a variety of their non-housing projects.

This is a long-term position, so the Council are looking for committed consultants that are looking to make a real difference in the authority.

Please give me a call on 020 3795 4837 if you wish to discuss the position in more detail or similarly find me on Linkedin (Ben Brown - Park Avenue Recruitment) and send me a message.

Interim Principal Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £350 - £400 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for a fresh start with a dynamic new team within a Manchester based Local Authority?

Look no further!

Park Avenue are working collaboratively with a Local Authority in Manchester, who require an Interim Principal Estates Surveyor.

Your time will be spent working on the commercial property portfolio, as well as assisting the Estates Team Leader with Landlord and Tenant negotiations, Disposals, Valuations and coordinating a small team of experienced surveyors.

Experience in a Local Authority is desirable, although not essential.

You'll need to be MRICS accredited, and being a Registered Valuer is beneficial as you'll be required to complete Red Book Valuations.

For more information, get in touch with Alicia:

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Lettings Officer

South West - £26 - £32 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Interim Property Lettings Officer

£26-£33 p/h Inside IR35 - 3 Month Rolling Contract

Have you got previous property lettings experience and are looking for a new challenge?

I am currently working with a South West authority who requires an Interim Property Lettings Officer and that could just be YOU!

You will be responsible for coordinating the letting of empty properties and mutual exchanges on a patch basis, as well as managing the transfer list, assignments, successions, and other tenancy changes on the portfolio.

To personally speak to me (Conor), please feel free to get in touch on 0203 795 4828, I look forward to hearing from you!

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £280 - £320 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Interim Estates Surveyor

£280-£320 Inside IR35 - 3 Month Rolling Contract

Have the January work blues carried on into February?

Do you need a fresh new challenge?

Then I have got the role for you!

I am currently working with an East Midlands authority who requires an Interim Estates Surveyor and that could just be YOU!

You will be working on the investment portfolio which consists of commercial and retail properties.

You will play a vital role within the team as it's only small, so career progression and getting involved within different projects and avenues of property are all involved!

You might think that this all sounds great, but you may be thinking that it requires full-time office presence, WRONG! The role is flexible remote working with just 1 day a week required into the office.

To personally speak to me (Conor), please feel free to get in touch on 0203 795 4828, I look forward to hearing from you!

DM Manager

North East - £530 - £550 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you thrive when managing a team of developing employees and leading them to deliver consistently high-quality service?

Are you looking for a role that will have a positive impact on the structure of a Council?

I am working with a Yorkshire-based Council who are looking to hire a Planning Development Manager to develop the functional and service strategy in line with the overall Council objectives, supporting and encouraging economic growth and delivering great value to residents across the district.

You would be looking after a team of around 30 people, so previous management experience is required, as well as a degree or post-graduate qualification in Town and Country Planning or a closely related subject. You should also be a corporate member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) and possess specialist knowledge of planning, housing and environmental laws and regulations and development delivery issues.

The council are looking to pay around £550 per day for the right person, with the role running for an initial 6-month period, and are looking to get someone started in March, although they can be flexible with the start date. They are offering the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home, with one day a week in the office to be with your team.

If this role sounds right for you and you'd like to hear more about it, drop me a message over on LinkedIn, send an email over to natasha@park-avenue.co.uk or click to apply below. You can also call me on 02037954828 and we can have a chat about the role or any others that may be of interest to you.

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £35.00 - £45.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for a change of scenery, away from the city? Then you've come to the right place! Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority who need someone to join their experienced team of Property Consultants, managing the Commercial and Corporate portfolios in West Lancashire.

The only requirements here are that you're MRICS and have experience working on Valuations in a Local Authority setting.

If you're not based in Lancashire but are still interested, then don't hesitate to apply… They're looking for someone to work remotely, only going into the office once a week!

Get in touch with Alicia and she'd be happy to discuss this role further!

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Development Management Team Leader

South East - £80000 - £81000 per annum

Contract Type: Temporary

Do you enjoy the responsibility of leading a team as well as holding a caseload of planning applications yourself?

I am working closely with a Council in Berkshire who need a Development Management Team Leader to sign off delegated applications, support junior officers with their case work and have the opportunity to work on some planning applications too.

You would be working on 10 units+ so knowledge with major applications is great. Depending on the experience of the Planner there may be a chance to work on some larger projects later down the contract.

If you're finishing up your current contract or available for a position now this is a great chance to jump into a role shortly and use your management/mentoring skills to help fellow Planners.

Remote working is most certainly offered for this position although the manager would be keen to find someone who is open to saying hello to the team every couple of weeks.

Interested? Pop your CV over to me - amy@park-avenue.co.uk or we can have a chat on 02037954828 about what you're looking for in a role and find something that suits.

Senior Planning Officer - DM

South East - £37 - £42 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

If you are a planner with min. 5 years' experience, looking for a challenging but exciting interim role, at a Local Authority that is looking to carry on its flexible working practices, please look no further!

The role itself is with one of my longest standing clients (I've had a number of contractors there over the years' who can attest to how great a place it is to work!). The District itself is committed to growth and there will be plenty of exciting applications to get stuck into. These will include mid-size resi. apps, commercial apps and mixed-use apps.

The role will run for an initial 3-month period, though it is highly likely to be extending should all parties be happy to do so. The council are looking to pay up to £42p/h (inside of IR35) for the right planner and as mentioned, are looking to continue with flexible working.

If you would like to hear more about this position, please get in touch with Sean, either by email (sean@park-avenue.co.uk) or by phone (0203 795 4832). If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for Sean to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Principal Planning Officer

South East - £45 - £50 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you:

• an experienced planner, who has worked on large scale major applications?
• looking for a new challenge within Local Authority Planning?
• aiming to carrying on with flexible/remote working?

If you answered 'yes' to the above questions - I have just the role for you!

I am working with a Cambridgeshire based Local Authority, who are looking to bring on an experienced Principal Planner with a view of them starting the first week of March. You will be tasked with working on some interesting and complex applications across the area covering residential, commercial and mixed use.

The council are looking to pay up to £50p/h (inside of IR35), though for a truly outstanding candidate they may consider paying above this. The council are happy to offer flexible/remote working, and the role will run for a minimum of 6 months.

If you would like to hear more about this position, please get in touch with Sean, either by email (sean@park-avenue.co.uk) or by phone (0203 795 4832). If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for Sean to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Development Manager Team Leader

South East - £50 - £55 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you an experienced planner seeking a new challenge for 2022? Are you looking for an opportunity that will not only have you working on large-scale major applications, but will also have you managing a team of planners? Are you looking to work somewhere that is committed to continue working flexibly for the foreseeable?

If your answer to any of the questions above is 'yes', please read on!

I am working with one of my best clients in Cambridgeshire, who are looking for an interim appointment to join their busy Development Management team. You will be leading a newly formed team, tasked with working through a backlog of planning applications of varying complexity. There will also be an opportunity for you to 'keep your hand in' working on applications yourself, as opposed to a solely management led position.

The council are extremely well set up for flexible/remote working and are looking to interview for this position as soon as possible. The pay rate for this post falls between £50p/h and £55p/h; this is dependant on the successful applicants level of experience.

If you would like to hear more about this position, please get in touch with Sean, either by email (sean@park-avenue.co.uk) or by phone (0203 795 4832). If you would rather send through a copy of your CV for Sean to review, with your availability to speak on the phone attached, we can get something in the diary.

Planning Policy Manager

South West - £80000 - £81000 per annum

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a Planning Policy Manager looking for your next assignment within a Local Authority?

A Local Authority in the South West are looking to welcome a Policy Manager to the Council, to lead a Policy Team to move their local plan forward.

With restrictions easing will the Council offer remote working you ask?

This Local Authority is more than happy to allow you to work from the comfort of your own home for the initial contract, although later down the year they would like to give you the opportunity to meet with your team (and enjoy a coffee not through a screen.)

This position will take you through to September initially meaning you get the benefit of visiting the area consisting of 15 miles of beautiful, world renowned coastline during the summer.

Are you thinking the above ticks a few boxes for your next assignment?

I am more than happy to have a chat whether that be through LinkedIn or over the phone. Drop me a message or give me a call on 02037954828.

The director can wait for the right Policy Manager. Give me a call about your current situation and we can explore this if the role suits you (or others that I am working on.) An up to date CV would be great to have too. Click below to apply or pop me an email on amy@park-avenue.co.uk.

Interim Estates Manager

South East - £450 - £550 per day + INSIDE IR35

Contract Type: Temporary

Interim Estates Manager

£450-£550 Inside IR35 - 3 Month Rolling Contract

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Do you want to take the next step forward in your career?

Then look no further. I am currently working with a Hampshire based who need an Interim Estates Manager to join the team on an initial 3-month contract.

You will directly be responsible for a team of 4 surveyors but that's no need to worry they don't bite. All come with an excellent reputation and an abundance of experience!

You might think that this all sounds interesting, but I can tell you may still be concerned with the role being with a Hampshire based authority, well hold your thoughts! Its flexible remote working with one day a week required in the office.

With this managerial position comes some requirements, if you are a MRICs surveyor and had previous experience within a local authority setting then I would highly advise getting in touch and finding out more, I know you want too!

To personally speak to me (Conor), please feel free to get in touch on 0203 795 4828, I look forward to hearing from you!

Senior Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £27 - £30 per annum

Contract Type: Temporary

If you've been hoping to manage an experienced team in a setting removed from the bustle of the city, I have good news!

I'm working with a Local Authority in Lincolnshire who are looking for someone to take on an interim assignment as a Senior Housing Options Officer to manage a team of 5, responsible for assessing Homelessness Applications, providing Housing Choices advice, and writing s184 decision letters.

The role offers hybrid working, providing the right amount of flexibility to network with your colleagues and spend time at home.

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, give me a ring on 02037954828; I will make sure to be free for any calls between 9 and 11am this week.

Don't worry about your CV at this stage - send me what you have and we can work on this together!

Environmental Protection Officer

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Environmental Protection Officer

Essex

£35 - £40/hour

Do you like working in London, but hate the commute and public transport?

What if you could work in a council which is one of the smallest local authorities in the country at just under 15 square miles, which means you won't need to travel much to carry out your inspections.

Additionally, this local authority is a 30 mins away from London which will allow you to still fully experience London without the chaotic commute times.

If you have experience within any area of Environmental Protection, such as noise, statutory nuisance, or land contamination you can do the job.

The role will be partially remote with an even split between home working and on-site working.

Give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or email me on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk if you would like the finer details. Don't worry about your CV at this stage - we can work together on that.

Senior/Principal Planner

East Midlands - £40 - £50 per week + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you looking for a new role which still allows you to work from the comfort of your own home?

My client is looking for an experienced Planning Officer to join their team and work on major and contentious applications.

Do you think you have what it takes?

If you are a member of the RTPI and you have major residential experience working 250 dwellings or more and have worked on commercial applications before - this could be the placement for you.

The placement is 3 months long however, there is a scope to extend giving you the stability for a longer period. Working arrangements will see you being in the office for occasional meetings and conducting site visits weekly or fortnightly, giving you more flexibility!

Does this role sound right for you?

Please give me a call on 0203 976 1519 or connect with me on LinkedIn and pop me a message on there so we can discuss your experience and how it fits in with this role.

Interim Property Services Manager

West Midlands - £47 - £54 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

CONTRACT: 6 months

WFH: In office 3 days per week

START DATE: February 2022

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands who require an Interim Strategic Asset Manager with facilities management experience, on a full-time basis.

In this role, you'll need experience with commercial, corporate, and rural property portfolios. You'll be focusing on statutory compliance and developing the corporate landlord model.

The team is relatively small, with a couple of Estates Surveyors/Graduates to manage.

If you're MRICS or MIWFM, this would be beneficial but not essential.

To apply, get in touch with Alicia and she'd be happy to discuss this role with you further.

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Principal Estates Surveyor

South East - £325 - £375 per day

Contract Type: Permanent

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority client in Hampshire who are looking for an Interim Principal Estates Surveyor to come and join the Estates Team on an initial 3-month rolling contract with scope for further extension.

The Job

As an Interim Principal Estates Surveyor, you will be working with the property and estates team, being responsible for the council's investment and commercial property portfolio undertaking all general practice matters and estate management responsibilities daily.

Duties in the role

• You will be working with the Estates team completing rent reviews, lease renewals, easements, and general estate management duties.
• You will play a key role in the estate's team by optimising the income generated from the Council's assets and providing reliable professional advice to the council.

Key Experience Required: 

• To be a hardworking and punctual individual and be able to efficiently work in the Estates Team.
• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, and have an understanding of Red Book Valuations, preferably with Local Authority experience.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and must be MRICS qualified.

Contract

The position will be for an initial 3 months rolling period with scope for further extension.

The contract will pay between £325-£375 via Umbrella Per Hour Inside IR35.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk) 

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Private Sector Housing Officer

South East - £35 - £38 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Private Sector Housing

Kent

Paying £35-£38 LTD per hour

Been hoping to get away and spend some time at the beach, but Covid put a hold on your plans?

What if I told you you could spend the next 3-6 months within 3 minutes of the beach? That's right, just 3 minutes.

As long as you are used to working within Housing Standards, ensuring landlords are compliant and following legislation, and actioning any non-compliance with enforcement action - Then this could be you.

The only other thing you need is the HHSRS qualification. That's it.

Give me a call on 0203 795 4828 or email me on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk if you would like the finer details. Don't worry about your CV at this stage - we can work together on that.

Interim Principal Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £300 - £400 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Interim Principal Estates Surveyor

£300-£400 LTD per day (Inside IR35)

3 Month Rolling Contract

Had enough of working life in the countryside, and want to get into the city?

Then look no further. London needs you.

If you have experience working for Local Authorities in a senior capacity and are MRICS, this could be your next job.

You might be thinking this all sounds good, but being senior means you must manage people, and that's just not what you're after…

You're in luck, because the only management here is of the commercial and industrial property portfolio.

As much as you may want to get into the big smoke for work, you probably don't want to be there all the time. I don't blame you.

You can work just 1 day in the office if you like and spend the rest working from home. It really is the best of both worlds.

Give me a call on 0203 795 4828, and we go from there to see if this is the right job for you.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £27 - £30 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Let me tell you a story…

Anthony was employed as a full time, permanent Housing Options Officer, dealing with cases in accordance with relevant Housing Legislation (HRA '17, Housing Act '96, and all the rest). One day he decided he wanted more flexibility, a better work-life balance. Now, he works 8 months of the year and spends the rest of his time travelling the world.

Sound too good to be true?

I'm not surprised. But you can be just like Anthony if you want to!

I am assisting a client in Northamptonshire in finding their new Housing Options Officer.

If you've assessed Homelessness Applications, provided Housing Choices advice, and written s184 decision letters, you can do the job.

If you would like further details, but don't fancy filling out an application form, I understand - Let's have a chat instead.

I will make sure to be free for any calls between 1-3pm this week, in case you can only speak on your lunch break.

My number is 02037954828, or if you prefer to email, it's shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

PART TIME Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor

West Midlands - £300 - £350 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

CONTRACT: 3 months initially

WFH: Work remotely, complete site visits when necessary

START DATE: February 2022

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands who require an Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor on a part-time basis.

You'll be assisting in the management of:

• Asset Management
• Estates Management
• Valuations for residential Right-To-Buy purposes

In this role, you'll be focused on the commercial and residential portfolios, working alongside a small team Property Professionals. You'll be acting as an extra pair of hands whilst some of the team are on leave.

You should be MRICS accredited and being a Registered Valuer is desirable. Experience completing valuations for residential properties is required.

Having a Full Driving Licence is necessary as you could be completing site visits in remote areas.

Local Authority experience is preferred, but not essential.

To apply, get in touch with Alicia and she'd be happy to discuss this role with you further.

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor

West Midlands - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

INTERIM ESTATES AND VALUATIONS SURVEYOR

£40-45 per hour INSIDE IR35

Lancashire

CONTRACT: 6 months initially

WFH: Required 2 days in office/on site, remainder from home

START DATE: February 2022

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in Lancashire who require an Interim Estates and Valuations Surveyor.

You'll be assisting in the management of:

• Asset Management
• Estates Management
• Valuations

In this role, you'll be focused on their commercial portfolio, working alongside 10 other Property Professionals, who work on an interim and permanent basis. There's plenty of people to speak with if you need any assistance!

You should be MRICS accredited and being a Registered Valuer is desirable.

Having a Full Driving Licence is required as you'll be completing site visits.

Local Authority experience is preferred, but not essential.

To apply, get in touch with Alicia and she'd be happy to discuss this role with you further.

T: 0203 795 4828

E: alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Interim Assistant Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority client in Hertfordshire who are looking for an Interim Assistant Estates Surveyor to come and join the Estates Team on an initial 3-month contract with scope for further extension.

The Job

As an Interim Assistant Estates Surveyor, you will be working with the property and estates team, undertaking all general practice matters and estate management responsibilities daily.

Duties in the role

• You will be working with the Estates team completing rent reviews, lease renewals, easements, and general estate management duties.
• You will play a key role in the estate's team by optimising the income generated from the Council's assets and providing reliable professional advice to the council.

Key Experience Required: 

• To be a hardworking and punctual individual and be able to efficiently work in the Estates Team.
• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, and have an understanding of Red Book Valuations, preferably with Local Authority experience.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and ideally be MRICS qualified (But not essential.)

Contract

The position will be an initial 3 month rolling contract with scope for further extension.

The contract will pay roughly £35-£40 via Umbrella Per Hour Inside IR35.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk) 

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £40 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Manchester who require an Interim Estates Surveyor.

They need a dynamic Property Consultant who can bring a new level of enthusiasm into their Estates team.

You'll be reporting to their Head of Property, and the role will cover:

• rent reviews
• lease renewals
• landlord and tenant negotiations
• wayleaves

RATE: £40-45 per hour INSIDE IR35

LOCATION: Manchester

CONTRACT: 3-6 month initial contract

WFH: In office/site visits once a month

MRICS is required, and being a Registered Valuer is desirable.

Previous experience working in a Local Authority is required.

To Apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

DM Planning Officer

South East - £35 - £37 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am working with one of my best clients in Hertfordshire, who are looking for a Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 3-month basis. This contract is highly likely to be extended due to the volume of work coming through across the area.

You will be picking up a mixed caseload of householder and low-level minor applications, and as such the council are looking for someone with min. two years experience within Development Management. The role is largely remote, with one day in the office.

The rate for this position is £37p/h DOE, inside IR35 and the council are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

Principal Planning Officer

South East - £44 - £47 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

A Local Authority in Essex are looking to welcome an experienced Principal Planning Officer to their team. This is on an initial 3 month contract, though is likely to be extended.

The council are looking to recruit an individual who has experience with major residential applications as they have some exciting major projects coming up. A Town Planning related degree or diploma, and exceptional written and communication skills are essential.

The rate depends on previous experience. This role is largely remote working; the suitable person will need to travel for site visits when they find it is necessary to do so, therefore, you will need to have a full driver's licence and access to a car. The council can be extremely flexible in terms of working arrangements and are looking to appoint someone as soon as possible.

Principal Planning Officer

South East - £50 - £55 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

A Local Authority in Buckinghamshire are looking to welcome an experienced Principal Planning Officer to their team. This is on an initial 6 month contract, likely to be extended.

The council are looking to recruit an individual who has experience with major residential applications as they have some exciting major projects coming up. A Town Planning related degree or diploma, and exceptional written and communication skills are essential.

The rate depends on previous experience. This role is largely remote working; the suitable person will need to travel for site visits when they find it is necessary to do so, therefore, you will need to have a full driver's licence and access to a car. The council can be extremely flexible in terms of working arrangements and are looking to appoint someone as soon as possible.

Senior Planning Officer

South West - Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working on a Senior Planning Officer role within a Local Authority based in the lovely area of Gloucestershire. It would be an initial 3 month contract, with a view of a potential extension should everything go well.

The council are looking for a planner to join the Development Management team and assist with a mixed caseload of applications, experience of up to 100 units would be desirable. The role has been created to provide some additional capacity to help reduce workloads.

The rate is dependent on previous experience. The Council is also offering complete remote working with a need for site visits when required, likely fortnightly.

The manager is collecting CV's with a view to bring someone on ASAP, therefore if you are interested in this role, please do not hesitate to contact Amy on 02037954828. Alternatively, you can send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and she can give you more information.

Amy has experience working with Local Authorities within the South of England, should you be interested in other positions, do not hesitate to get in touch with her to discuss any other opportunities we have.

Housing Options Officer

South West - £20 - £25 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Dorset are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Create Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer

East Midlands - £24 - £26 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy client of mine based within London is currently seeking 2x Homelessness Prevention and Relief Officer's to hit the ground running within their extremely busy team. The successful candidate will be expected to do the following:

* Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given housing advice.

* Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finding suitable alternative housing.

* Carrying out interviews on potential homelessness clients and offering alternative housing options.

If this is something that might be of interest to you or you know someone who might be, please do give me a call on 02037954828.

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - £22 - £25 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Warwickshire are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Creat Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £23 - £26 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in West Sussex are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Create Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Interim Strategic Asset Manager

West Midlands - £400 - £450 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are working on a new Interim Strategic Asset Manager position with a Local Authority in Manchester.

The Local Authority are looking for someone with a commercial property background to take on a couple of high-profile office buildings. You'd be managing letting and management agents to drive forward the occupation of the office buildings/space. The successful candidate may be asked to offer support on other strategic matters.

RATE: £400-450 per day Inside IR35

LOCATION: Manchester, Lancashire

CONTRACT: 3 month rolling contract initially

Requirements:

• In council office once a fortnight (work from home remainder of time).
• MRICS
• Local Authority experience desirable.
• Prior experience in Strategic Asset Management, Commercial Property and Contract Management is desirable.

Job Description available upon request.

To Apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £26 - £29 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A Northamptonshire-based local authority are looking to welcome dedicated and passionate Housing Options Officers to employ their skills in managing the front-line service as well as clearing their backlog of cases!

What you'll need:

The council is seeking a proactive individual with the ability to make informed decisions to fulfil its duty towards its homeless clients. A suitable candidate must offer exceptional customer service: exhibited skills of this kind from previous experience are essential.

What the role entails:

• Completing all outstanding Homelessness Advice, Prevention and Relief cases under Parts VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
• Completing housing needs assessments by providing housing and welfare advice
• Making decisions in accordance with HRA and issuing section 184 decision letters
• Providing appropriate assistance and advice to clients on homelessness issues and effectively signposting them when required

What to do next:

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch and we can map out your next steps!

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are considering a new position, please reach out to me for a confidential discussion and we can find you your best fit.

Call on 0203 795 4836 or send your CV to shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

Planning Officer

North East - £35 - £36 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

We are currently working with a Local Authority based in the wonderful county of Lancashire, who are looking for a Planning Officer to come in and get stuck in to working on a mixed caseload of applications ranging from householders, certificates, adverts, change of use and minor commercial, agricultural and residential developments.

The role is 4 months initially with scope to extend if all goes well. This is a full-time role with remote working as standard, they are looking for someone to come into the office once a week.

Development Management and Local Authority experience is essential for this role and the rate is around £35+ per hour dependent on experience.

The council are looking for the right Planner to start as soon as possible, so do not hesitate to contact Natasha on 0203 976 1519. Alternatively, you can send your CV to natasha@park-avenue.co.uk for more information.

Natasha has experience working with local authorities nationwide, especially East Anglia and Essex, so should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch to discuss further!

Senior Private Sector Housing Officer

South East - £38 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Senior Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Surrey.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Senior Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO) under the HHSRS
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.
• Investigate complaints and referrals about empty properties
• Caravan site licensing

Role: Senior Private Sector Housing Officer

• £38 -£42/hour
• 30 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

It is essential that you have a degree or equivalent in Environmental Health to be considered for this role.

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828.

Development Management Team Leader

South East - £62 - £63 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority client in the beautiful and well-situated county of Surrey, who are recruiting for a Development Management Team Leader on an interim basis.

Ideally, they are looking for a planner who has Team Leader experience, and someone who can take on the allocation of application reports as well as reviewing them, and also mentoring team members to ensure efficient working.

The position is a 3-month initial contract, however, there is scope to extend further if both parties are happy with this. The position is full time 37 hours a week with remote working possible, however there would potentially be a requirement to go into office occasionally. The rate that is being offered is £63ph.

The council are looking for a Planner with recent experience working within a Local Authority, who is capable of managing a team, as well as carrying out their own tasks to an exceptional quality.

The council are looking for the right Planner to start as soon as possible, so do not hesitate to contact Joe on 0203 795 4831. Alternatively, you can send your CV to joe@park-avenue.co.uk for more information.

Joe has experience working with local authorities within the South East of England, should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch to discuss further!

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £35 - £45 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority client in the East Midlands who are looking for a competent Interim Estates Surveyor to join the Property team on an initial 3 month rolling contract inside IR35 with scope for further extension.

The Job

As an Interim Estates Surveyor, you will be working with the property and estates team and being responsible for the council's property portfolio undertaking all general practice matters and estate management responsibilities daily.

Duties in the role

• You will be working alongside the estate's team, managing the Council's commercial property portfolio. On a day-to-day basis, you will be completing basic valuations, rent reviews, service charge management, new lettings, lease renewals, easements, and general estate management duties.

Key Experience Required: 

• To be a hardworking and punctual individual and be able to efficiently work in the Estates Team.
• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, and Valuations, preferably with Local Authority experience.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and ideally be MRICS qualified but not essential.

Contract

The position will be for an initial 3 month rolling contract with scope for an extension.

The contract will pay roughly £35-£45 via Umbrella Per Hour inside IR35.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk) 

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £30.00 - £35.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

INTERIM ESTATES SURVEYOR

LANCASHIRE

£30-35 per hour INSIDE IR35

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in the Northwest who require an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract.

The main duties include:

• Completing rent reviews and lease renewals daily
• Negotiating between landlord and tenants
• Complete valuations where necessary
• Support the Council policies on diversity and equality
• Demonstrate commitment to the Council policies on diversity and equality

RATE: £30-35 per hour inside IR35

CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 months initially

OFFICE PRESENCE: 1-2 times per week

FULL TIME (37 hours per week)

MRICS is essential for this role.

You'll be expected to have prior knowledge of Estates Surveying and be capable of preparing accurate reports and briefings for deadlines.

To Apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Interim Estates and Valuations Manager

West Midlands - £375.00 - £400.00 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are working with a Local Authority in Lancashire who require an Interim Estates and Valuations Manager on a 6-month initial contract.

The council has recently undergone a restructure with a new corporate management arrangement and needs a motivated individual to step in as Estates Manager to oversee the 200+ commercial properties. You'll have a small team of Property consultants to work with, alongside managing the property portfolio.

The role requires you:

• to dispose of any interest in any land and property not required by the Council by sale, lease or licence.
• to advise on rent reviews, lease renewals, dilapidations and disputes connected to the Council's portfolio.
• to complete valuations, and oversee the valuations completed by other surveyors on Property team.
• to manage the Council's Commercial Investment portfolio and advise the Council on appropriate strategies for the effective asset management of the portfolio.
• to acquire by purchase, lease or licence any interests in any land and property that may be required by the Council.

RATE: £400 per day

LOCATION: Northwest

CONTRACT: 6-months initial

FLEXIBLE WORKING: 2 days in office per week, remainder remote/work from home

Requirements:

MRICS - Essential

Registered Valuer - Essential

Local Authority experience desirable

Management/Team Leader experience desirable

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £35.00 - £40.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Local Authority in the East Midlands who require an Interim Senior Estates Surveyor to join their team on a 6-month contract.

You'll need to be MRICS accredited, with experience working in the Local Authority environment.

DUTIES IN THE ROLE:

• To conduct Rent Reviews and Lease Renewals
• Confer with other team members on Valuations
• You will play a key role in the estate's team by optimising the income generated from the Council's assets and providing reliable professional advice to the council.

RATE: £35-40 per hour INSIDE IR35

LOCATION: East Midlands

OFFICE PRESENCE: Once a week, work remotely remainder

CONTRACT: 6-month initial contract

The Council are looking to hire someone who can hit the ground running when they join. The portfolio is diverse, so someone with experience with varied properties would be desirable.

You'll be expected to have prior knowledge of Estates Surveying and be capable of preparing accurate reports and briefings for deadlines.

To Apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Private Sector Housing Officer

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Essex as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £35 -£40/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Interim Development and Regeneration Consultant

South East - £450 - £550 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue is working with one of our Local Authority clients in the South East who are looking for an Interim Development and Regeneration Consultant to join their non-housing property team.

The Job

As an interim Development and Regeneration Consultant, you will play a key part within taking hold of 5 key development and regeneration projects for the Council. Ensuring projects are seen from inception through to completion, working alongside the existing team and Strategic Projects Manager.

Key Duties

• Hands on, with some strategic elements
• Taking development projects from inception to completion
• Undertaking financial appraisals, valuations, viability assessments etc
• Supporting development of a framework to assess potential new projects
• Project and programme management
• Working with external consultants

Key Experience Required:

• Development delivery experience
• Financial appraisals
• Valuations
• Viability
• Risk identification, awareness and management / mitigation as projects progress
• Land assembly
• CPOs
• Partnership working
• Local authority and private sector

Contract

• The position will be for an initial 6 Month period with scope for rolling extension.
• The contract will pay between £450 - £550 a day

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Ben at Park Avenue Recruitment on 020 3795 4828.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Park Avenue is working with one of our Local Authority clients in the South East who are looking for an Interim Development and Regeneration Consultant to join their non-housing property team.

Senior Planning Officer

West Midlands - £50 - £52 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

We are currently working with a Local Authority in the beautiful area of Warwickshire who are looking for an experienced Senior Planning Officer to join the team. The contract will run for an initial 3 months, although there is potential for an extension if everything goes well.

You will be expected to hit the ground running within this Local Authority and cover a range of applications from minor to small majors (10-60 dwellings.) The planning manager is looking for the suitable Planner to have experience working on up to 100 units.

The rate is £50 per hour, possibly more for the perfect candidate. The job role also has the flexibility of remote working, with a view of travelling for site visits every two weeks.

The manager is collecting CV's ASAP, therefore if you are interested in this role, please do not hesitate to contact Amy on 02037954828. Alternatively, you can send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and she can give you more information.

Amy has experience working with Local Authorities within the South of England, should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch so we can discuss further!

Interim Strategic Commercial Property Manager

East Midlands - £300 - £400 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue is exclusively working with Fenland District Council in Cambridgeshire, who are looking for an Interim Strategic Commercial Property Manager to join the team on a 3-month rolling contract.

You will play a key part in the estate's team working alongside the commercial portfolio which consists of £50 Million pounds worth of property. On a day-to-day basis, you will oversee the daily operations of the commercial property portfolio, ensuring the property is run smoothly and efficiently, whilst advising the council on strategic property matters and contributing to transactional estates management duties to help the team.

What you need

• Experience and knowledge of commercial property management.
• Local Authority experience within a property team.
• Ideally MRICS.

Working Arrangements

• The role will be for an initial 3-month rolling period, with scope for further extension.
• Flexible remote working with one day a week completing site visits.
• The role will land Inside IR35 and look to land between £300-£400 per day.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk, 020 3795 4828)

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Interim Estates Surveyor

East Midlands - £40 - £44 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

I am working with a Local Authority in Lancashire who are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor to join their team on a 6-month contract, with the potential of an extension.

Key responsibilities:

• To undertake a comprehensive range of property management duties to ensure the effective management of the Council's Assets including acquisitions, disposals, valuations, rent reviews, lettings, lease renewals, surveys, consents, assignments, repair and maintenance, service charges and day to day management of tenants.
• To value, acquire and dispose of land and property as required by the Council and to carry out detailed appraisals in respect of development schemes as required.
• To carry out valuations of land and property for a range of purposes including acquisition, disposal, compensation, rating and accounting purposes.
• To use and maintain the property information management systems and contribute to the development of systems.

RATE: £40-44 per hour INSIDE IR35

LOCATION: Lancashire

CLIENT: Local Authority

FLEXIBLE WORKING: Hybrid working available (required in office and on site visits at least once a week)

MRICS is ESSENTIAL

Local Authority experience is desirable

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 976 1518 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Interim Estates Manager

West Midlands - £400 - £425 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

I am working with a Local Authority in Lancashire who require an Interim Estates Manager on a 6-month initial contract.

You'll be required to lead and manage the Estates Service comprising Professional, Technical and Administrative staff. Your other duties and responsibilities include:

• Managing both the Councils operational and non-operational property portfolios and to continually review and monitor the performance and use of these assets.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive planned maintenance programmes across the Council's portfolios and to ensure that assets are kept in good repair and condition.
• Maximising income through effective management of the managed property portfolio and to negotiate effective terms for the sale and management of all Council assets.
• Effectively managing and developing the Estates Service to assist the delivery of the Council's Asset Management Strategy and related plans, projects and maintenance programmes.

RATE: £400-425 PER DAY

LOCATION: Lancashire

CLIENT: Local Authority

CONTRACT LENGTH: 6 months

MRICS is ESSENTIAL

Local Authority experience is highly desirable.

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £23 - £26 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in West Sussex are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Create Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £20 - £24 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Hertfordshire are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Create Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £24 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority of mine based in the South East of England is currently on the lookout for the next Housing Options Officer to join their team.

With a comprehensive understanding and awareness of housing issues and government policies relating to homelessness, you will have a sound working knowledge of the HRA 2017, Housing Act 1996 Part VII and Localism Act 2011. You will have proven ability to manage difficult situations whilst remaining calm, friendly and professional along with experience of working with individuals who are under stress and emotional because they could be living in unsatisfactory housing conditions.

You will be a key player within the housing options team, with responsibility for housing options cases from initial advice/triage through to sustainable housing options including the assessment of homeless applications and providing the relevant support and advice as determined within the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.

If you are enthusiastic, dynamic, self-motivated and are looking to take the next step in your career I would love to talk to you.

Housing Options Officer

East Midlands - £24 - £26 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Lancashire are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Creat Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Housing Options Officer

West Midlands - £22 - £25 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Warwickshire are currently looking for an experienced and passionate Housing Options Officers to join their team on a 3-month contract basis to manage the frontline service and clear the current backlog of cases.

This role has been deemed 'Inside IR35' as it fits into the natural structure of the organisation.

About you:

This council's primary focus is to offer a customer friendly service that is centred around the client. It is therefore essential that you have exhibited customer service skills in your previous assignments. Training will be offered and so it is imperative that you are open to and willing to learn and potentially adapt to a different style of working to what you're used to. Working on the backlogs will require you to hold good time management skills and the ability to manage your own schedule.

About the role:

* Interview and complete housing needs assessments for your given speciality
* Complete backlog of casework
* Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter
* Creat Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention
* Provide appropriate advice and assistance on housing issues and to undertake action to prevent homelessness
* Effectively sign post clients to the appropriate service e.g. Money Advice
* Investigate cases of homelessness under Part VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
* Essential that you have an up to date knowledge of legislation include the HRA My client is looking to interview ASAP.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options / Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next move don't hesitate to get in touch.

Homelessness Preventions Officer

South East - £25 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Cambridgeshire is seeking a dedicated and passionate Homelessness Preventions Officer to hit the ground running within their team.

The suitable candidate will be expected to do the following:-

• Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given housing advice.
• Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finding suitable alternative housing.
• Carrying out interviews on potential homelessness clients and offering alternative housing options.

Previous local authority experience is necessary.

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch with me on 02037954828 or via email on shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

Housing Options Team Leader

South East - £32 - £35 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

An extremely busy local authority based in Hertfordshire are looking for a Housing Options Team Leader who is dedicated to preventing homelessness and possesses in-depth knowledge of relevant Housing Legislation.

The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to develop their career within Housing Options services, and will be managing a team of 5 frontline officers and 2 seniors. They will also be involved with the council's Homelessness Strategy, overseeing s184 decisions, and assisting the Housing Solutions Manager in various aspects of their day-to-day activities.

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch and we can map out your next steps.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are considering a new position, please reach out to me for a confidential discussion and we can find you your best fit.

Senior Planning Officer

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority client in East Anglia, who are recruiting for a Senior Planning Officer on an interim basis.

Ideally, they are looking for an experienced Planner who is capable of taking on a mixed caseload of planning applications, from householders to small majors.

The position is a 3-month initial contract, however, there is scope to extend further if both parties are happy with this. The position is full time 37 hours a week and supports remote working with some office presence. The rate is £35+ and open to negotiation dependant on experience.

The council are looking for a Planner with recent experience working in a Local Authority on planning applications, and who can join the team and very quickly pick up the work.

The council are looking for the right Planner to start as soon as possible, so do not hesitate to contact Natasha on 0203 976 1519. Alternatively, you can send your CV to natasha@park-avenue.co.uk for more information.

Natasha has experience working with local authorities within East Anglia and Essex, should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch to discuss further!

Senior Enforcement Officer

South East - £38 - £42 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working alongside a busy Local Authority located in the wonderful county of Kent who are searching for a Senior Enforcement Officer to join their team on an initial 4 month contract with the potential for it to be extended beyond that.

This local authority is looking for an experienced senior enforcement officer who can hit the ground running within the incredibly busy and tight knit team. The role in question would be remote with exception to some site visits due to the nature of the work, however this would be open for negotiation.

The rate is dependent on experience, however due to the role being full time mixed with the busy nature of the work, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore, and would really contribute to an already well respected local authority.

If this role is something which appeals to you, please don't hesitate to get in contact with Joe on 0203 7954828 for further details on the positions. Additionally, if you would like to contact any other way, you can send a CV over to Joe directly on joe@park-avenue.co.uk and discuss the roles via email.

Joe is experienced within the South East town planning scene, and should you want or require any more information on potential roles within the South East, please get in touch so he can help find the perfect role for you!

Private Sector Housing Officer

South East - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Hampshire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £35 -£40/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Interim Estates and Valuations Manager

West Midlands - £350.00 - £400.00 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

I'm working with a Local Authority in Lancashire who require an Interim Estates and Valuations Manager on a 6-month initial contract.

The council has recently undergone a restructure with a new corporate management arrangement and needs a motivated individual to step in as Estates Manager to oversee the 200+ commercial properties. You'll also have a team of Property professionals to manage, alongside general estates management.

The role requires you:

• to acquire by purchase, lease or licence any interests in any land and property that may be required by the Council.
• to dispose of any interest in any land and property not required by the Council by sale, lease or licence.
• to manage the Council's Commercial Investment portfolio and advise the Council on appropriate strategies for the effective asset management of the portfolio.
• to advise on rent reviews, lease renewals, dilapidations and disputes connected to the Council's portfolio.

RATE: £350-400 per day

LOCATION: Northwest

CONTRACT: 6-months

FLEXIBLE WORKING: 1 day in office, remainder remote/work from home

Requirements:

MRICS - Essential

Registered Valuer - Desirable

Local Authority experience - Essential

Management/Team Leader experience - Essential

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

DM Planning Officer

South East - £30 - £33 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working exclusively with a Local Authority based in East Anglia who are looking to welcome a Planning Officer to the team to help get through a caseload of planning applications. The initial contract is 3 months although there is a likelihood this will be extended should everything go well!

Your caseload will generally consist of householder applications but may be some small minors too. They are happy to consider candidates with a few years' experience.

Rates for this position are negotiable. This council offers remote working, although there would be a need to travel for site visits when necessary. They are very flexible with hours and can accommodate compressed working/part time hours.

Senior Planning Officer - DM

South East - £35 - £38 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working with a Cambridgeshire based Local Planning Authority, who are looking for an experienced planner to come in and aide the team during a very business time of year. The LPA are looking for someone with experience working with a varied caseload, ranging from complex minor applications, all the way up to major applications. The contract would be for an initial 3-month period, though is highly likely to be extended beyond this.

Your main purpose within this role would be assisting the Planning Team Leader to lead on, co-ordinate and deliver a planning service which puts development plans and documents into action, complies with statutory and corporate requirements and policy and applies a professional and entrepreneurial approach to service delivery.

Your main responsibilities in this role would be to:

• Support the Planning Team Leader in the delivery of a planning service, through the provision of professional advice, guidance, interpretation and evaluation on all aspects of the work area to customers and colleagues to meet statutory and service requirements, so that it meets statutory targets and legislation and seeks to deliver quality outcomes.
• Lead on the consideration and negotiation of complex planning applications to facilitate the implementation of the development plan.
• Keep up to date with good practice and changes to legislation to inform the consideration of planning matters.
• Provide professional expertise in Planning Appeal and Planning Enforcement and prosecution issues as a specialist expert planning witness in liaison with the Job Description for Senior Planning Officer planning and enforcement teams, including provision of written evidence and appearance at hearings and Planning (public) Inquiries and Court to support that evidence orally where necessary.
• Implement a professional and entrepreneurial approach to the management of the team to optimise fee income and make the most efficient use of resources.
• Ensure planning decisions are transparent, consistent and robust through clear communication of national and local policy and seek to reduce the amount of appeals through a proactive development management approach.
• Support the Development Management team to ensure the ICT for the team is maintained at an appropriate level and is informed through new developments in e-planning delivery which facilitates the delivery of the Council's corporate vision, strategic objectives and agreed priorities as well as statutory requirements.

The council are looking to pay up to £38p/h for this position, though there could be scope for more for an outstanding candidate. The manager has also indicated to me that they would be happy with a 100% remote working arrangement for the right planner.

Interim Principal Asset Surveyor

East Midlands - £45 - £50 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue Recruitment are working with a Cambridgeshire-based local authority that is looking for an accomplished Interim Principal Asset Surveyor to join their team.

The Job

To deliver a range of estate management casework requiring professional input, for the Council's Strategic Assets team.

• To be responsible for the delivery of a caseload including operational Urban property management and transactions, to the Council within internal and external environments in respect of operational property matters.
• To provide good quality professional advice to Strategic Assets customers on estate management and valuation matters.
• To undertake negotiations in high value and complex technical property issues on behalf of customers and shareholders, providing high quality and professional advice to enable good decision-making.

What you will need to succeed

• Prior Knowledge of Estate Surveying and the ability to work efficiently in a team.
• Ability to prepare accurate valuations, reports, and briefings to deadlines.
• MRICS/FRICS recognised in commercial property, valuation, or residential property with a minimum of two years' qualification experience.

Contract

The position will be for an initial 3 months rolling period with scope for an extension

The contract will run off a £45-£50 p/h rate, with flexible home working available

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk, 020 3795 4828)

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £35.00 - £40.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

I am working with a Local Authority in Cheshire who require an Interim Estates Surveyor on a 3-month initial contract.

Your primary task will be to assist in the management of the commercial estate ensuring rent and service charges are collected on time, properties are kept in repair and ensure tenants are complying with their lease terms.

Daily tasks may include:

• Ensuring rent collection is in line with KPIs and attend regular debt meetings.
• Reviewing and managing tenant applications and preparing ODNs within the required timescales and instructing solicitors as necessary.
• Managing a portfolio of land and property holdings and implement general tenant management functions including: lettings; assignments; sub-lettings; changes of use; alteration of property; schedules of condition / dilapidations; surrenders; monitoring and reporting of property defects.
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities to improve asset performance, including planned maintenance and investment requirements, and undertake property option appraisals to inform timely and effective decision making.
• Assisting in ensuring that all insurance premiums are recharged to tenants.

Flexible working is available, with a combination of site visits and home working preferred.

RATE: £35-40 per hour

LOCATION: Cheshire

CONTRACT: 3-month initial

CLIENT: Local Authority

To be considered for this role, you need to be MRICS and have Local Authority experience.

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Private Sector Housing Officer

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Northamptonshire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £35 -£40/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Private Sector Housing Officer

South East - £35 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Sussex as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £35 -£40/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Housing Options Officer

South East - £25 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A Hertfordshire based local authority are looking to welcome dedicated and passionate Housing Options Officers to employ their skills in managing the frontline service as well as clearing their backlog of cases.

The council is seeking a proactive individual with the ability to make informed decisions to fulfil its duty towards its homeless clients. A suitable candidate must offer exceptional customer service: exhibited skills of this kind from previous experience are essential. A minimum of 5 years worth of experience is also imperative for this role as no training will be provided.

What the role entails:

• Completing all outstanding Homelessness Advice, Prevention and Relief cases under Parts VI & VII of the Housing Act 2002
• Completing housing needs assessments by providing housing and welfare advice
• Making decisions in accordance with HRA and issuing section 184 decision letters
• Providing appropriate assistance and advice to clients on homelessness issues and effectively signposting them when required

What to do next:

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch and we can map out your next steps!

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are considering a new position, please reach out to me for a confidential discussion and we can find you your best fit.

Principal Planning Officer

South East - Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

A Local Authority in the lovely Hampshire County are looking to welcome an experienced Principal Planning Officer to their team. This is on an initial 4 month contract, likely to be extended.

The council are looking to recruit an individual who can hit the ground running working on two major sites, therefore experience up to 500 dwellings is desired. The manager is looking someone who is confident at planning committee and who has a Town Planning related degree or diploma.

The rate is between £38-£43 DOE. The bottom end will be more senior experience and top end will be principal experience. This role offers remote working, although a day a week in the office would be ideal so you can meet the team. Due to the nature of this position working on 2 major sites, there isn't a need for frequent site visits. This position is ideally full time (37 hours) although they may consider up to 30 hours.

If you're interested in this role, please do not hesitate to give Amy a call on 02037954828 for more details. Alternatively, you can send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk and she can give you more information.

Amy has experience working with Local Authorities within the South of the country should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch so we can discuss further!

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £34.00 - £37.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

I am working with a Local Authority in the West Midlands who are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor on an initial 6-month contract (full time).

In this role, you'll be required to support the Estates Manager, working on the property portfolio, aiming to enhance and maximise value. General estates management duties include rent reviews, lease renewals, acquisitions and disposals.

You'll be required to:

• Support the operational management of the Council's strategic assets by completing rent reviews, lease renewals, acquisitions and disposals, as well as monitoring health and safety.
• Provide advice and guidance on development plans in relation to estates and asset management (e.g. Strategic Asset Management plan)
• Provide support to the Estates Manager with Strategic Asset Management, major projects, and member meetings.
• Be responsible for a Graduate Surveyor in the Property Services Department
• Demonstrate commitment to the Council policies on diversity and equality

Applicants need to be MRICS and should have Local Authority experience.

RATE: Between £34-37 per hour (Inside IR35)

LOCATION: West Midlands

CLIENT: Local Authority

CONTRACT: initial 6-month interim contract

To Apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Policy Team Leader

South East - £40 - £50 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working along with a Local Authority within the South East county of East Sussex who is looking for a Policy Team Leader to join their very busy team. This role would be a lengthy 6-month contract, with the chance for it to be extended beyond that, mainly focusing on their Local Plans work.

The authority is looking for an experienced team leader who is familiar with Local Plans work, so that they can contribute and guide the council towards what is only the very beginning of the Local Plan.

The role in question is fully remote, with a visit into the office only necessary once every so often, however this will be a rare occurrence.

The rate is dependent on experience, however with the role being full time, and due to the nature of the work and the length of the contract, this is an incredibly desirable opportunity to really contribute to a Local Authorities Local Plan and gain invaluable experience for potential future roles to come.

If this role appeals to you, please don't hesitate to get in contact with Joe on 0203 7954828 for further details on the positions. Additionally, if you would like to contact any other way, you can send a CV over to Joe directly on joe@park-avenue.co.uk and discuss the roles via email.

Joe is experienced within the South East town planning scene, and should you want or require any more information on potential roles within the South East, please get in touch so he can help find the perfect role for you!

Senior Policy Planner

South East - £35 - £40 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working with a very busy Local Authority within the beautiful county of East Sussex who would like to bring an experienced Senior Policy Planner onto their team. This exciting role would be contracted on an initial 6-month deal with the potential to be extended further!

The authority is looking for an experienced team member who are familiar with Local Plans work, so that they can hit the ground running and contribute towards what is only the very beginning of the Local Plan.

The role in question are fully remote, however there are requirements to go into the office for face-to-face meetings once in a blue moon, but this will be very few and far between.

The rate is dependent on experience, however with the role being full time, and due to the nature of the work and the length of the contract, this is an incredibly desirable opportunity to really contribute to a Local Authorities Local Plan and gain invaluable experience for potential future roles to come.

If this role appeals to you, please don't hesitate to get in contact with Joe on 0203 7954828 for further details on the positions. Additionally, if you would like to contact any other way, you can send a CV over to Joe directly on joe@park-avenue.co.uk and discuss the roles via email.

Joe is experienced within the South East town planning scene, and should you want or require any more information on potential roles within the South East, please get in touch so he can help find the perfect role for you!

Senior/Principal Planner

South East - £37 - £42 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority client in East Anglia, who are recruiting for a Senior/Principal Planning Officer on an interim basis.

Ideally, they are looking for an experienced Planner who is capable of taking on a mixed caseload of planning applications, although major residential experience is also useful.

The position is a 3-month initial contract, however, there is scope to extend further if both parties are happy with this. The position is full time 37 hours a week, and it is 100% remote working with no site visits. The rate is between £32-£36 depending on experience.

The council are looking for a Planner with recent experience working in a Local Authority on planning applications, and who can join the team and very quickly pick up the work.

The council are looking for the right Planner to start as soon as possible, so do not hesitate to contact Natasha on 0203 976 1519. Alternatively, you can send your CV to natasha@park-avenue.co.uk for more information.

Natasha has experience working with local authorities within East Anglia and Essex, should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch to discuss further!

Interim Estates Surveyor

South West - £290 - £310 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority client in the South West who are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor to come and join the Estates Team on an initial 3-month contract with scope for further extension.

The Job

As an Interim Estates Surveyor, you will be working with the property and estates team, being responsible for the council's investment and commercial property portfolio undertaking all general practice matters and estate management responsibilities daily.

Duties in the role

• You will be working with the Estates team completing rent reviews, lease renewals, easements, and general estate management duties.
• You will play a key role in the estate's team by optimising the income generated from the Council's assets and providing reliable professional advice to the council.

Key Experience Required: 

• To be a hardworking and punctual individual and be able to efficiently work in the Estates Team.
• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, and have an understanding of Red Book Valuations, preferably with Local Authority experience.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and ideally be MRICS qualified (But not essential.)

Contract

The position will be for an initial 6-month period with scope for further extension.

The contract will pay roughly £290-£310 via Umbrella Per Hour Inside IR35.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk) 

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Principal Enforcement Officer

South East - £40 - £45 per hour + D.O.E

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority in East Anglia, who are looking to hire a Principal Enforcement Officer on an interim basis.

Ideally, they are looking for an experienced Enforcement Officer, who will be able to complete site visits as well as work through a backlog of cases.

This contract is initially 3 months, with scope to extend past that. Flexible home working is supported, with site visits being expected around every 10 days. The rate is negotiable, depending on experience.

The council are looking for the right Officer to start as soon as possible, so do not hesitate to contact Natasha on 0203 976 1519. Alternatively, you can send your CV to natasha@park-avenue.co.uk for more information.

Natasha has experience working with local authorities within East Anglia and Essex, should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch to discuss further!

Private Sector Housing Officer

East Midlands - £33 - £38 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Leicestershire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £33 -£38/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 3-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Private Sector Housing Officer

South East - £32 - £37 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Kent as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £32 -£37/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Homelessness Preventions Officer

North East - £26 - £28 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

A very busy local authority based in North Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated and passionate Homelessness Preventions Officer to hit the ground running within their team.

The suitable candidate will be expected to do the following:-

• Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given housing advice.
• Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finding suitable alternative housing.
• Carrying out interviews on potential homelessness clients and offering alternative housing options.

Previous local authority experience is necessary.

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch with me on 02037954828 or via email on shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

Principal Planning Enforcement Officer

South East - £40 - £42 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working with a Local Planning Authority based in Hertfordshire, who are looking to bring on a contract Principal Enforcement Officer for an initial 4-month period.

As an Enforcement Officer within the team, your main duties will be

• To handle the more complex enforcement cases, and particularly to monitor progress of these cases following the issue of formal notices or action
• To investigate cases of alleged unauthorised development and contraventions of planning control reported to the Council and to report on the facts established
• To prepare and issue Requisitions for information and Planning Contravention Notices; preparing site plans and to draft Enforcement and all other planning enforcement related Notices
• To prepare written evidence in connection with Planning Enforcement Appeals and related matters and to present expert evidence at planning Hearings, Public Inquiries and in Court proceedings
• To monitor progress on the implementation of Section 106 Agreements and undertakings

This position will last for an initial 4 months and will extended beyond this period should all go well. The rate of pay will be £40p/h, though there could be scope for more for an exceptional applicant. The council are well equipped for remote working, however a car will be needed to perform site visits. A compressed working week of 4 days can also be considered.

Permanent Graduate Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £25000 - £30000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

I am working with a Local Authority, based in the West Midlands, who are looking for a Graduate Estates Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis.

Duties in the role:

You'll be shadowing and providing support to the Property and Estates Manager, ensuring the council's profits are being maximised by the property portfolio.

On a day-to-day basis, you'll be required to complete:

• Basic asset valuations
• Rent reviews
• Lease renewals
• General estates management

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

Location: West Midlands

Work conditions: In office/Site visits, potential for work from home after a couple of months

Client: Local Authority

For this role:

You should have a degree in Real Estates, Estates Management or Surveying.

You should be working towards or intending on achieving your MRICS qualifications.

You should have a comprehensive understanding of the property market, and of landlord and tenant legislation.

If you have experience working in Property Services (work experience or summer internships) this would be beneficial.

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk.

Similarly, if you know of anyone who would be interested in this role, please forward my details on and I'd be more than happy to provide more information.

Development Manager Team Leader

South East - £50 - £55 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working with a Cambridgeshire based Local Authority, who are looking for an interim DM Team Leader to join their team on an initial 6-month basis, though this is highly likely to be extended. The authority is incredibly busy at the moment, and are looking for an experienced planner to join the team to steady the ship. The team would look at an experienced Principal Planner, with some mentoring/management experience, or a Team Leader who is still looking to process planning applications.

The council are able to offer a rate of £50p/h DOE, inside of IR35, with flexible working still in place. The council offices are easily commutable from London, Essex, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

Looking for a new contract, or considering entering the contract market? Do get in touch and one of our consultants will be happy to run you through what we have on our books at the moment.

Interim Housing Delivery Programme Manager

East Midlands - £350 - £450 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority Client in the East Midlands who are looking for an Interim Programme Manager for their Housing Development Team.

The Job

The role will be based around delivering a development and acquisitions programme of market and affordable housing. This includes housing developed through the council's wholly owned housing company, and for the council's housing revenue account.

Key Experience Required:

• To manage a programme of development activity through the various stages of the development process, from inception through to completion.
• To develop and maintain links with agents and developers to generate a programme of new business housing opportunities.
• Establish schemes suitable for attracting external investment. Develop and maintain a relationship with Homes England and other funding providers and deliver projects in accordance with grant conditions and contracts.
• To oversee the management of the housing stock, including appointing and contract managing the external property management company
• Ensure compliance to all policies, procedures, standard operating practices, with recommendations for action and continuous improvement.

Experience Required:

• Demonstrable experience in housing development
• Experience within a Local Authority or Housing Association
• Programme and project management experience in a housing / development environment
• Experience of motivating and managing staff
• Contract management experience
• Experience of undertaking financial viability assessment associated with development work

Contract:

• 3 month rolling
• Complete Homeworking
• £350 - £450 a day (Outside IR35)
• Part or Full-time

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment on 020 3795 4828.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Private Sector Housing Officer

East Midlands - £32 - £37 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Cambridgeshire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

The successful applicant will hold a Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board or equivalent.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £32 -£37/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 3-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Private Sector Housing Officer

South East - £30 - £35 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Buckinghamshire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

The successful applicant will hold a Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board or equivalent.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO)
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £30 -£35/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 3-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Housing Services Manager

East Midlands - £33 - £36 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

An excellent client of mine based in the East Midlands is currently seeking an interim Housing Services Manager to be the Council's strategic lead for their housing services covering homelessness prevention, allocations, private sector housing, and provision of affordable housing as well as to be the Council's Safeguarding Operational Lead.

I am ideally looking for individuals with at least 2 years' experience in Housing Services Management - the client requires someone who is able to come in and hit the ground running.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and will be for a 6-month period initially.

Interim Commercial Strategic Asset Manager

East Midlands - £350 - £400 per day

Contract Type: Temporary

I am working with a Local Authority in the North-west who require a Commercial Strategic Asset Manager.

About the role:

In this role, you'll be acting as a deputy to the Head of Asset Management, attending internal and external meetings regarding the development of the Council's Strategic Asset Management Plan. You'll be identifying and developing opportunities to drive value from the councils operational and investment estates as well as working closely with colleagues from the Council, various Health organisations and other agencies to support the City's strategic property objectives. You'll be required to assist in the valuation of assets to support decision making and contribute to annual reporting requirements.

Key Outcomes:

• Take a dynamic role in the production, maintenance, and implementation of the Council's Asset Management plan.
• Driving best value outcomes from the Councils operational and commercial property interests maximising investment opportunities from a Property perspective working with a wide range of public and private sector partners in order to do so.
• Build relationships with public and private sector partners across the city, promoting collaboration and joined-up thinking, co-ordinating inputs and support to maximise outcomes and outputs
• Support work with public and private sector partners to develop and deliver innovative ways to secure commercial and public finance and investment funding to assist the delivery of Property based projects
• Support the Head of the Strategic Asset Management and the wider team to deliver successful property outcomes for the city. You'll also support the Head of Asset Management to manage delivery and service planning, providing robust financial and performance management and ensuring continuous improvement and best value is delivered

Rate: £350-400 per day

Contract: Temporary, 3-month contract, Full-time

Flexible working: 2-3 times per month in office/site

LOCAL AUTHORITY EXPERIENCE NOT ESSENTIAL

MRICS ESSENTIAL

Ideally for this position, you'll be a Chartered Surveyor and will have had experience in Asset Management. If you are a Registered Valuer, this would be a highly advantageous. You will have relevant and evidenced experience of contributing to a successful property team, being able to think 'outside-the-box' and act proactively when completing your duties.

To apply:

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Interim Estates Surveyor

West Midlands - £38 - £42 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue is working with a Local Authority Client in the West Midlands who are looking for an Interim Estates Surveyor to join their property team on an initial 3 Month contract inside IR35 with scope for further extension.

The Job

As an Interim Estates Surveyor, you will play a key part within the estates team, working on a comprehensive range of property management duties to ensure the effective management of the Council's Assets including acquisitions, disposals, valuations, rent reviews, lettings, lease renewals, surveys, consents, assignments, repair and maintenance, service charges and day to day management of tenants.

Key Experience Required:

• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, Landlord and Tenant Matters, and ideally previous Local Authority experience.
• Previous experience in working within mixed property portfolios.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline and ideally be MRICS qualified.
• Ability to work efficiently from home.

Contract

• The position will be for an initial 3 Month period with scope for rolling extension.
• The contract will pay roughly £38-42 p/h via Umbrella Per Day inside IR35.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment on 020 3795 4828.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in.

Planning Officer

South East - £30 - £35 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working exclusively with a Local Authority based in Surrey who are looking to welcome a Planning Officer to the team to help get through a caseload of planning applications. The initial contract is 5 months although there is a potential to be extended should everything go well!

Your caseload will generally consist of householder applications but may be some small minors too. They are happy to consider candidates with a few years' experience.

Rates for this position are negotiable. This council offers remote working, although there would be a need to travel for site visits when necessary. They are very flexible with hours and can accommodate compressed working/part time hours.

If you're interested in this role, please do not hesitate to give Amy a call on 02037954828 for more details or send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk. The manager is collecting CV's for a ASAP start.

Amy has experience working with Local Authorities within the South West/East. Should you be looking for other positions in these regions please get in touch so we can discuss further!

Housing Needs Officer

South East - £24 - £26 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Working as part of a busy team, you will be tasked with delivering a housing needs services to help those facing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless. We are looking for someone who can strive under pressure and handle a large and complex workload, with the level of professionalism remaining high and consistent throughout. The successful candidate will be a knowledgeable and dedicated officer who can draw on proven experience in supporting clients in a busy service.

You will be working as part of the Housing Needs team to offer advice and support to those being presenting as homeless and assess applications, in accordance the statutory legislation under the Housing Act 1998 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write concise and informed section 184 decision letter.
• Create Personal Housing Plans to prompt prevention.
• Be able to manage your own time.
• Provide correct and appropriate housing advice and assistance on housing matters.
• Undertake actions to prevent homelessness.
• Process homelessness applications made under Part VI and Part VII of the Housing Act 1996.

If you have previous experience as a Housing Options/Homelessness Officer and are looking for your next opportunity, feel free to get in touch on 02037954828 or email on jodie@park-avenue.co.uk

Housing Options Team Leader

East Midlands - £32 - £35 per annum

Contract Type: Temporary

An extremely busy local authority based in Leicestershire are looking for a Housing Options Team Leader who is dedicated to preventing homelessness and possesses in-depth knowledge of relevant Housing Legislation.

The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to develop their career within Housing Options services, and will be managing a team of 7 officers. They will also be involved with the council's Homelessness Strategy, overseeing s184 decisions, and assisting the Housing Solutions Manager in various aspects of their day-to-day activities.

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch and we can map out your next steps.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are considering a new position, please reach out to me for a confidential discussion and we can find you your best fit.

Private Sector Housing Officer

East Midlands - £33 - £38 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Housing?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Lincolnshire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO) under the HHSRS
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £33 -£38/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 8-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Private Sector Housing Officer

East Midlands - £33 - £38 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Norfolk as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO) under the HHSRS
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £33 -£38/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Interim Planning Policy Manager

South East - £400 - £450 per day + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are pleased to be working with Buckinghamshire Council, who are looking for an Interim Planning Policy Manager to join them for an initial 12-month contract. They are looking for someone to start as soon as possible, and are looking to pay £450 per day for this position. As ever, there may be room to negotiate this rate, dependant on experience.

Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• To effectively lead, manage and develop a highly motivated, agile, skilful and results-driven Planning Policy Team that delivers an efficient, high quality, resilient and customer focused Planning Policy Team to the residents of Buckinghamshire ensuring all members of the team work together and efficiently in producing the required Planning Policy advice and relevant documents.
• To manage the development of the Council's Local Plan, Policy document (SPD's DPD's, Design guides etc) and other strategic planning policies as required.
• To drive service change including the development and implementation of an agile and capable Planning Policy Team adopting new ways of working, more flexibly to better meet customer needs, increase productivity; improve service delivery and deliver efficiencies, and drive cultural change programme in line with Councils' strategic objectives.
• The role will be responsible for the performance management of the Planning Policy Team across the whole of the Buckinghamshire Council area and will work collaboratively with the rest of the Development Management to provide strategic direction and vision for the service to all stakeholders.
• In the case of large, long running programmes such as the Local Plan, this role will require leadership, project planning and overall delivery, with the members of the team focusing on the detail to meet the delivery deadlines.
• The role will require a close working relationship with the Planning Policy Team Leader to ensure that the new Local Plan and associated policy documents meet all statutory requirements alongside any relevant national and Council policies and best practice.
• The role will require the job holder to provide advice, prepare reports and brief elected Members as appropriate, including representation at Cabinet and Council when required.

Previous experience operating at Policy Manager level will be looked upon favourably, however an experienced Team Leader who is looking to make the step up to Manager will be considered as well.

Tree Officer

East Midlands - £35 - £40 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

A Local Authority in Cambridgeshire are looking to recruit an experienced Tree Officer to join the team on a temporary basis.

The contract will initially run for 3 months, but should everything go well for both parties, will be highly likely to extend beyond this.

The suitable person will have experience giving professional advice to planning officers, Councillors, agents and members of the public in respect of planning applications, enforcement matters and pre-application schemes by considering the impact of a development on the existing trees and recommending new planting where necessary. You will also lead on tree applications under the Conservation and TPO legislation and making recommendations for new orders where necessary.

This position offers flexible home working. The rate is currently under negotiation; if you have a rate in mind please do let me know and I will try my best to achieve this for you. You will also need a driver license and access to a car for this role.

Interim Estates & Disposal Surveyor

East Midlands - £40.00 - £45.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue is working with a local authority in Cambridgeshire. They are looking for a competent Interim Estates & Disposals Surveyor to join their Property team on an initial 12-month contract with scope for further extension.

The Job

As an Interim Estates & Disposals Surveyor, you will be working with the property and estates team, and be responsible for the council's property portfolio undertaking their asset disposals and estate management responsibilities on a day-to-day basis.

• About the role
• You will undertake various landlord and tenant matters associated with commercial and operational asset portfolios.
• Various estate management issues including negotiating and granting licenses, way leavers, easements resolving land ownership.
• Asset Valuations & provide valuation advice.
• Manage property disposals contributing to the capital programme and seeking out opportunities for disposal and development which are economically beneficial to the council.

Key Experience Required:

• To be a hardworking and punctual individual and be able to efficiently work in the Estates & Asset Team.
• Previous experience in Estate Surveying, Disposals, Rent Reviews, Lease Reviews, and Valuations, preferably with Local Authority experience.
• Education to Degree level or equivalent in property-related discipline, as well as this they must be MRIC's qualified.

Contract

The position will be for an initial 12 month period with scope for an extension.

The contract will pay roughly £40-£45 via Umbrella Per Hour.

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Conor at Park Avenue Recruitment. (Conor@park-avenue.co.uk)

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in

Private Sector Housing Officer

South West - £32 - £37 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in Gloucestershire as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO) under the HHSRS
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £32 -£37/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Private Sector Housing Officer

South West - £37 - £40 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Private Sector Housing Officer

Are you currently looking for your next opportunity within Environmental Health?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local authority in the Somerset as a Private Sector Housing Officer.

This busy local authority is looking for an individual who is highly experienced and can hit the ground running.

As a successful Private Sector Housing Officer, you will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out a wide range of investigation and enforcement duties in respect to the full range of private rented housing sector and premises in multiple occupation (HMO) under the HHSRS
• Effectively carry out casework and projects in any relevant work area under the direction of the relevant Team Manager.
• Keep up to date of and follow all relevant Council procedures in relation to the work of Private Sector Housing.

Role: Private Sector Housing Officer

• £37 -£40/hour
• 37 hours/week
• 6-month contract (possibility of extension)
• Start date: ASAP

If this seems like the right role for you, do not hesitate in contacting Shahid on shahid@park-avenue.co.uk or 0203 795 4828

This role is for an immediate start, please get in touch ASAP

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Interim Estates Surveyor

South East - £30.00 - £35.00 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently working with a Local Authority in Cambridgeshire who require an Interim Estates Surveyor to join their team on a 12-month contract.

Rate: £30-35 per hour

Location: Cambridgeshire

Contract type: Interim 12 month contract

Client: Local Authority

Flexible working?: 1 day in office/site visit, 4 days work from home

Duties in the role:

• Complete rent reviews, lease renewals and assist with landlord and tenant relations.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the Business Centre buildings, and deal with any Health and Safety issues.
• Assist other colleagues to ensure tenancies are well managed.

Property Management qualification essential

Local Authority experience desirable but not essential

If this role is something that interests you, don't hesitate to get in touch with Alicia Gristwood on 0203 975 4828 or via email at alicia@park-avenue.co.uk

Alternatively, if this role is not suited to you but you're looking for a new position, feel free to get in touch for a discrete conversation about your career and future.

Homelessness Preventions Officer

East Midlands - £24 - £27 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

A very busy local authority based in Leicestershire is seeking a dedicated and passionate Homelessness Preventions Officer to hit the ground running within their team.

The suitable candidate will be expected to do the following:-

• Ensuring clients facing homelessness are dealt with appropriately and given housing advice.
• Finding solutions to help clients remain in their existing homes or finding suitable alternative housing.
• Carrying out interviews on potential homelessness clients and offering alternative housing options.

Previous local authority experience is necessary.

My client is looking to interview ASAP. If this opportunity excites you and you fit the above criteria, please get in touch with me on 02037954828 or via email on shivani@park-avenue.co.uk.

Interim Commercial Asset Management Lead

East Midlands - £400 - £500 per day + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

Park Avenue are currently looking for an experienced Commercial Asset Manager for one our Local Authority clients in Essex.

The role will be based around providing effective management of the Councils investment portfolio.

Summary of duties in the role

• Oversee the management of the Council's property investment portfolio.
• Identify and analyse new property investment opportunities.
• Manage the annual planned maintenance programme to repair and maintain the Council's property assets.
• Manage the annual planned maintenance programme to repair and maintain unadopted roads and non-operational car parks.
• Manage the process to repair and maintain boundary walls to closed churchyards.
• Professional advice and support to internal services and corporately.
• Prepare and submit capital bids.
• Procure and manage external consultants.
• Dispose of the Land
• Disposal of vacant residential development sites.
• Manage key development projects

What you need

• RICS qualified surveyor, with proven post qualification experience
• At least 2 years experience working in a Local Authority
• Experience of asset management, investment and operational portfolio management
• Good knowledge of property law, statutory frameworks and guidelines

What to do now

If you would like any further details about this position, please contact Ben at Park Avenue Recruitment.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We do not advertise all of our vacancies, especially if we have suitable candidates in mind to undertake the work we get in. To get the best chance at securing the perfect contract for you, let us know your preferences and we will be happy to call you when we find a position that you may be interested in

DM Planning Officer

East Midlands - £30 - £33 per hour + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working on a Planning Officer role with a Local Authority based in Cambridgeshire. It would be an initial 3 month contract, with a view of a potential extension should everything go well.

The council are looking for a planner to join the Development Management team and assist with mainly householder applications. The role has been created to provide some additional capacity to help reduce workloads.

The rate is dependent on previous experience. The Council is offering complete remote working with a need for site visits when required, likely fortnightly.

Senior Planning Officer

South East - £40 - £46 per month + DOE

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working with a Local Authority client in Oxfordshire, who are recruiting for a Senior Planning Officer on an interim basis.

Ideally, they are looking for an experienced Development Management Planner who is capable of taking on a mixed caseload of planning applications, including complex minor and major applications. You would be joining the major projects team and they have some interested developments coming up.

The position will be a 6-month initial contract, very likely to be extended further. They are offering flexible home working/compressed working hours. The Local Authority need someone ASAP and the rate is to be negotiated depending on experience.

The council are looking for a Planner with recent experience working in a Local Authority on planning applications, and who can join the team and very quickly pick up the work. It is fully remote, but you will need to be able to drive for site visits (fortnightly.)

Amy has experience working with Local Authorities within the South West of England/Central England. Should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch on 02037954828/amy@park-avenue.co.uk so we can discuss further!

Planning Officer

South West - £32 - £36 per hour + Negotiable

Contract Type: Temporary

I am currently working on a Planning Officer role with a Local Authority based in the lovely area of Gloucestershire. It would be an initial 3 month contract, with a view of a potential extension should everything go well.

The council are looking for a planner to join the Development Management team and assist with mainly householder applications. The role has been created to provide some additional capacity to help reduce workloads.

The rate is dependent on previous experience. The Council is offering complete remote working with a need for site visits when required, likely fortnightly.

If you are interested in the position, send your CV to amy@park-avenue.co.uk as the manager is reviewing CVs with a view to bring someone on ASAP.

Should you be interested in other positions, do not hesitate to get in touch with Amy on 02037954828 so we can discuss further!