HMO Property Inspector

Key selling points:

• Join a specialist residential asset manager overseeing 700 HMO properties across central London, inside the M25
• Salary of £40,000-£45,000 plus a £4,500 car allowance
• Hybrid and site-based working, based out of Holborn
• A client-side role with genuine scope to develop as the portfolio expands

Location: Holborn, London (hybrid/site-based)
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday, 9.00am-5.30pm

Highlights:

• A well-established portfolio of 700 HMO properties spanning 4, 5 and 6 bed houses, with no high-rise or block developments
• Backed by a wider European real estate group, offering stability and long-term progression
• Established in-house teams spanning lettings, property management and back-office support

About the opportunity
This specialist residential asset manager oversees a mixture of luxury, private and social housing properties across Greater London. Its social housing team lets and manages 700 HMO properties across central London, all within the M25, comprising 4, 5 and 6 bed houses rather than high-rise or block developments. As the social housing portfolio continues to grow, an HMO Property Inspector is now required to help maintain standards across the estate, working from the Holborn office on a hybrid and site-based basis.

What makes the role exceptional
This is a client-side position offering direct oversight of property standards, rather than working through third parties. Inspectors sit within the wider social housing team, gaining hands-on exposure to licensing, compliance and portfolio growth, with real scope to develop as the business expands.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and ad-hoc inspections of HMO properties
• Check compliance with local authority licensing conditions and housing standards
• Identify and report property defects, maintenance issues, health and safety hazards and breaches of agreements
• Ensure fire safety measures, including alarms, emergency lighting and signage, are in place and functional
• Document inspection findings accurately and produce detailed reports
• Report tenant breaches to the relevant operator or property manager
• Keep up to date with HMO regulations and best practice

Requirements

• Previous experience in property or asset management, including inspections, is essential
• Knowledge of HMO regulations and housing standards
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot compliance issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car, essential for site visits
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Strong IT skills for reporting and record-keeping

Requirements for salary bandings will be discussed in the interview stages and screening calls.

Rewards and benefits
In addition to a salary of £40,000-£45,000 per annum, we offer:

• £4,500 car allowance per annum
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank and public holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Company pension (salary sacrifice)
• Private medical insurance (Vitality)
• Enhanced maternity pay, subject to eligibility
• One professional membership paid per annum
• Dog-friendly office one day per week, subject to company policy

We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.