HMO Licensing Manager

North London | £45,000 - £50,000 DOE

Are you an experienced compliance professional with a strong background in HMO licensing? Looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and make a visible impact?

We're partnering with an expanding property management consultancy in North London that's searching for a confident and solutions-focused HMO Licensing Manager to oversee compliance across a growing lettings portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing operational oversight, team leadership, and problem-solving in a fast-paced property environment.

The Opportunity

In this role, you'll take the lead on all aspects of HMO licensing and property compliance, ensuring standards are consistently maintained across the portfolio. You'll work closely with Property Managers, tenants, and contractors to keep operations running efficiently while supporting and developing a high-performing team.

No two days will look the same - from conducting audits and coordinating safety compliance to overseeing maintenance resolution and managing tenancy matters, you'll play a key role in protecting both the business and its residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage HMO licensing and compliance across the property portfolio
• Conduct property inspections and compliance audits
• Coordinate safety certifications, inspections, and compliance documentation
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of Property Managers
• Oversee maintenance issues from initial report through to completion
• Carry out post-maintenance inspections to ensure quality standards
• Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal departments to resolve issues effectively
• Manage rental arrears and professionally handle tenant disputes
• Process deposit returns in accordance with current legislation
• Support eviction proceedings where required
• Conduct regular one-to-one meetings and contribute to team development
• Maintain a proactive and risk-aware approach to property compliance