Environmental Health Manager

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About The Role

We are looking for two Environmental Health Managers to play a pivotal role in driving up standards across Islington's private rented sector (PRS). As part of the Residential Environmental Health Team, you will join at an exciting time of growth, as we extend our selective licensing scheme covering 10 wards and recruit more officers. We believe that everyone deserves to have a home that is safe, well maintained and well managed, which is where you come in.

In this role, you will manage a team of officers either in our proactive or reactive areas.

You will lead on regulation and enforcement within the PRS, ensuring timely, targeted compliance inspections, robust investigations, and swift, proportionate enforcement where wrongdoing is identified.

Working as part of the Residential Environmental Health Management Team, you will also support the team's preparations for the implementation of new powers being introduced through the Renters' Rights Act 2025, alongside project management opportunities and delivering multiple PRS tasks.

What you'll be doing

• Managing a team of PRS officers so they deliver a high-quality service to residents inline with our service standards and our Private Rented Sector Charter.
• Using a positive problem-solving approach, you will carry out 1-1s, Check-Ins, attend internal and external meetings, joint inspections, all to ensure targets in your team are met.
• Be the subject matter expert in PRS legislation, regulation and enforcement. From property licensing, to inspections, to enforcement and beyond.
• Working with other managers and the service manager to ensure officers are supported and inspired.
• Raising awareness of tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities, internally and externally.
• Set expectations, provide advice, assistance and signposting to officers, managers, other teams, tenants, landlords and letting agents.
• Creating, adapting and amending policies and procedures that affect the team.
• Being IT literate is a must. As you will be leading on the IT system's we use to record our work and administer property licensing.
• Producing data and reports using our IT system's and seeking improvements where issues are found.
• Assist in keeping website content and public-facing information clear, accurate and up to date.
• Leading on complex cases, legal prosecutions, appeals, FOIs, SARs and undertake joint visits when required.
• Deputising for the Service Manager as needed.

You will have:

• Worked in Private Sector Housing Teams or Residential Environmental Health Teams with a varied caseload and have management or supervisory experience.
• Experience in taking prosecutions, issuing financial penalties and attending courts and tribunals.
• Deep knowledge of relevant housing legislation, including Housing Acts 1988 & 2004, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Renters' Rights Act 2025, Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, their associated regulations and an understanding of tenancy and evictions law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and confidently.
• Project management and organisational skills, with experience delivering projects big or small from start-to-end.
• High level of IT literacy and excellent record-keeping, with a clear understanding of GDPR and FOIs.
• A proactive, solution-focused, intent-based approach and the ability to build confidence, empower officers to make good decisions and influence positive change.

Why join us?

• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
• Flexible working options, including hybrid working
• We are a supportive team, who will work with you to succeed.
• Opportunities for training and to develop new skills and progress you career.
• The chance to contribute directly to improving housing experiences for residents
• You'll be joining a committed and collaborative team that values innovation, learning and making a positive impact for our communities

For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:

Name and Job Title: Anthoney Quinn, Group Manager Private Sector Housing Standards

Email: [email protected]

Note to Recruitment Agencies:
We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn't be clearer: we serve. It's in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone's identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Pre-Employment Checks
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.