Lettings and Compliance Officer - 1295018
Basic Salary: Up to £25,000 basic salary per annum (DOE)
Location:
Huddersfield
The Company and Role Purpose:
Harte Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a long-established and respected property agency based in Huddersfield.
Specialising in residential lettings, property management, and sales, they are now seeking a proactive and detail-driven
Lettings and Compliance Officer to join their busy lettings team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about maintaining high compliance standards across a dynamic property portfolio.
As a
Lettings and Compliance Officer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring all properties remain legally compliant, safe, and well-maintained, while also supporting the office-based lettings and maintenance teams. You’ll be responsible for coordinating safety checks, maintaining accurate compliance records, liaising with contractors, and assisting with day-to-day administrative tasks that keep the department running smoothly.
The Package:
- Up to £25,000 basic salary per annum (DOE)
- Company pension
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, with 1 in 4 Saturdays (9:00am–1:00pm); 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Regular company events
The Lettings and Compliance Officer Role:
- Organise and monitor Gas Safety Certificates, EICRs, EPCs, and Fire Safety compliance
- Liaise with contractors, tenants, and landlords to arrange and track appointments
- Maintain accurate compliance records and update internal databases
- Ensure all deadlines are met and chase outstanding certificates or reports
- Support the lettings team with administrative duties, including handling calls and enquiries
- Work closely with the repairs team to log and assist with maintenance issues
- Advise management on compliance risks and support the implementation of internal controls
- Assist with compliance and customer service queries when required
The Person:
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Confident in a fast-paced environment with strong time management skills
- Clear and professional communicator with excellent problem-solving abilities
- Customer-focused and proactive, with a positive and collaborative approach
- Previous experience in lettings and/or property compliance