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Housing Officer

Red Personnel
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

London, Greater London W6 9YA, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • We are looking for a Housing Officer to provide customer-focused tenancy and neighborhood management services.
  • The role requires a strong understanding of housing legislation and policies, along with excellent customer service skills.
  • Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar position and be proactive in resolving tenancy issues.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
  • If you are passionate about improving residents' quality of life, we encourage you to apply.
About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and proactive Housing Officer to join our team. In this vital role, you will provide a high-quality, customer-focused tenancy and neighbourhood management service to general needs and sheltered residents. You will support sustainable tenancies, foster vibrant communities, and ensure compliance with tenancy and lease agreements.If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and improving the quality of life for residents, we would love to hear from you!Key Responsibilities
  • Tenancy and Lease Management: Oversee day-to-day management of tenancies, leases, and licences, ensuring compliance and addressing breaches promptly.
  • Supporting Residents: Build strong relationships with residents, supporting vulnerable individuals by linking them to local services and providing high-quality advice.
  • Fire Safety and Estate Management: Identify and address fire safety issues and work with relevant teams to reduce risks.
  • Audits and Voids Management: Conduct tenancy audits, manage voids effectively, and minimise rent loss.
  • Legal and Enforcement Actions: Handle investigations into illegal occupancy, sub-letting, and tenancy breaches. Serve notices, prepare court cases, and represent the council in tribunal and court hearings.
  • Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB): Lead on ASB management and deliver a victim-centred approach for domestic violence cases.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain effective relationships with tenants, resident associations, health services, voluntary groups, and other partners.
  • Customer Service: Respond to complaints, emergencies, and enquiries, ensuring customer satisfaction and continuous service improvement.
  • Leadership: Deputise for the housing manager and supervise housing support officers when required.
What We’re Looking ForWe are seeking someone who is:
  • Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of tenancy and leasehold legislation, housing policies, and case law.
  • Customer-Focused: Skilled in building trust and delivering high-quality service to residents.
  • Organised: Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
  • Proactive: Confident in taking initiative to resolve tenancy breaches, ASB, and complex housing cases.
  • Adaptable: Ready to respond to emergencies and work outside of normal hours when necessary.
  • Collaborative: Skilled at working with stakeholders and leading multi-agency meetings.
  • Empathetic: Committed to supporting vulnerable residents and identifying safeguarding concerns.
Additional Information:This role may require attendance at evening meetings and participation in events or emergencies outside of normal working hours.How to Apply:If you are ready to make a difference in the community and help residents thrive, apply today! Submit your CV explaining your suitability for the role.Apply today!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.