Empty Homes Strategy & Policy Officer - Council HQ - SBO10029

Job Details Grade: 8A Hours: 35 per week Hourly Rate: £21.04 - £22.83 Salary: £ - £ per annum Contract Duration: Temporary for two years from start date Please note closing date has been extended until Sunday 7th June 2026. Role Purpose We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic professional to join our Housing Strategy Team - on a 2‑year temporary basis - and play a key role in tackling empty homes across the Scottish Borders. This is an exciting opportunity to help bring private sector empty properties back into use, making a real contribution to meeting housing need and strengthening communities. Working closely with property owners, colleagues across the Council and external partners, you will provide expert advice, practical support and creative solutions to encourage the reuse of empty homes. You will contribute to the development and delivery of the Council’s Empty Homes Strategy and Local Housing Strategy, help shape and deliver targeted initiatives, and support the provisio...