Lettings Support Officer

Newham Council•Stratford, CT

2d•£32,535 - £33,987•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to provide administrative support to the Housing Register and Allocations Teams to fulfil their services to housing applicants and tenants. The administrative functions should be carried out in full compliance with Council policies, procedures, and the appropriate legislation. Post holders will be placed in a team responsible for designated duties within the range covered by this post as determined by the Administrators Manager in line with fluctuating work demands and priorities that may change from time to time. The range of duties could include promotion of alternative housing options; support for vulnerable people; mobility schemes; data input and indexing, document management, composing email correspondence, assisting with the preparation of standard documents, dealing with telephone enquiries, liaising with colleagues and external partners, and supporting service improvement initiatives. Additionally, the Lettings Administrator will help with advertising, viewings, property refusals, decants, mutual exchanges, and updating housing application records. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

A good working understanding and awareness of local housing demand and the needs of residents.
Knowledge of Housing Acts in relation to Letting of Social Housing.
A good understanding of Immigration guidelines in respect of eligibility for social housing.
Awareness of welfare benefits and eligibility
Ability to communicate clearly, courteously and patiently with members of the public and with colleagues
Able to use a range of IT systems.
Able to make a positive contribution to deliver value for money.