Housing officer - job market

As a housing officer, you’ll look after rented properties for housing associations, local authorities, charities or private sector firms, supporting tenants with their housing needs. Learn more about a career in housing, find out what it involves and what you’ll need to study and do to get a role.

See what opportunities are out there below.

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Who are the top employers of housing officers?

Local authorities and housing associations tend to be the two main employers.

You might also find housing officer roles with:
  • Charity and voluntary organisations
  • Housing cooperatives and trusts
  • Public service departments within social or health services
  • Registered social landlords
  • Universities

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