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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in East London, are looking for an experienced Housing Officer to join their team and play a crucial role in their housing management operations. 

Position: Housing Officer
Rate: £22.54 per hour (PAYE) 
Contract Duration: Temporary (Sep 2026) Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid 

Purpose:

• The Housing Team will act as a single point of contact for tenants for any matters relating to the terms and conditions of their tenancy agreement across both our general needs housing and sheltered accommodation sites.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the ‘key to key’ processes: from initial viewings to the collection and terminations of tenancies (including garages) to maximise income from rent and service charges.
• Oversee viewings, sign-ups of new tenancies and take ownership for properties being let within the agreed timescales.
• Providing tenants with information, advice, guidance and signposting to ensure that opportunities for income maximisation are taken. 

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• Commitment to continual professional development including the completion of the Institute for Housing (CIH) or other relevant housing qualification - desirable. 
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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