HMO Licensing Manager

Posted 30 October 2025
Salary £50,000
LocationNorth West London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Estate Agency & Lettings
Reference72590

Job description

Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment 

Job Title: HMO LICENSING MANAGER – Property Management

Location: Hendon, NW4

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Position: Permanent, Full-Time

Reference: WR72590 

We are seeking a specialised and experienced HMO Licensing Manager to oversee property compliance, licensing, and safety standards while leading a small team. The perfect candidate will ensure operational excellence within a busy lettings portfolio.

Our client, a respected residential property group in Hendon, is looking for a proactive and knowledgeable HMO Licensing Manager.

This position is central to maintaining compliance across their lettings portfolio, ensuring all properties meet current licensing and safety regulations. You’ll manage a small team of Property Managers and work closely with internal departments to deliver a high standard of service to landlords and tenants alike. 

What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

  • Audit properties to identify and manage HMO licensing requirements

  • Oversee safety checks, certificates, and remedial works

  • Manage and support a team of Property Managers

  • Liaise with tenants, landlords, and contractors to ensure smooth operations

  • Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and post-work inspections

  • Handle deposit returns and ensure adherence to tenancy regulations

  • Manage rental arrears and resolve tenant/landlord disputes

  • Instruct and oversee eviction requests when required

  • Monitor team performance and conduct regular one-to-one reviews

  • Maintain company compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards

What We're Looking For (Skills & Experience):

  • Strong understanding of HMO licensing processes and compliance requirements

  • Proven experience in property management or lettings, ideally within an HMO environment

  • Confident communicator with excellent organisational and leadership skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver consistent results

  • Customer-focused mindset with a problem-solving approach

  • Proficiency with property management software (experience with Qube advantageous, though training can be provided)

What's In It For You?

  • Competitive base salary with performance-related incentives

  • Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team

  • Supportive working environment with ongoing professional development

  • Exposure to a varied and busy lettings portfolio

  • Chance to make a tangible impact on operational compliance and service quality

Ready to take the next step in your property career?

If you are interested in this HMO Licensing Manager role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR72590.

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About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech. Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.

Job Reference: WR72590 – HMO Licensing Manager