VENN GROUP The specialists in professional temporary recruitment
A highly reputable Local Authority based in Hertfordshire is looking to recruit a Housing Officer to join their busy team on a temporary contract for around three months with a possible extension.
Location: Hertfordshire
Hours: 37 Hours per week, Monday to Friday
Remote working available but must be able to travel across the patch
Main responsibilities of the role:
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Providing a comprehensive, tailored and resident-focused housing management and service within a designated neighbourhood to current tenants, former tenants, leaseholders and other residents
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Support the Senior Housing Officers with the Right to Buy process, providing advice to customers, dealing with solicitors, processing the applications throughout all stages of the Right to Buy
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Conduct interviews with Right To Buy applicants and leaseholders where necessary e.g. Right To Buy fraud investigations
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Work closely and liaise with tenants, solicitors, contractors and other members of staff (Fraud, ASB, Investment, Repairs) for the purpose of processing Right to Buy applications
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Ensuring that information from Tenancy Services and Investment is accurate and complete
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Carry out tenancy fraud checks. Verify all information provided by tenants and family members wishing to share the Right To Buy
Essential Requirements:
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Must have a valid driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle
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Previous experience with social housing including management of void properties
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Possess knowledge of the Right to Buy process
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A basic DBS from within the last 3 years or willingness to obtain
If you are interested in this position please contact me on 01908 295000 or email Thewitt@venngroup.com