Housing Options Officer · Hybrid
Location:
Region: South East
Country: United Kingdom
Role:
- Industry: UK Public Sector
- Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Rate: Negotiable
Application Details:
- Date Posted:
Start Date: ASAP
Expiry Date: 28/02/2026
Job Reference: 0912202515
Housing Options Officer · Hybrid
We are currently working with authorities in the South East who have got some exciting opportunities for Housing Options Officers.
Within this role you will:
- Advise households facing homelessness to secure alternative housing or remain in their current home.
- Submit referrals to relevant departments and external agencies to address housing needs.
- Conduct statutory inquiries to determine the council’s duty under the Housing Act 1996.
- Issue formal decision letters to clarify customers’ legal rights.
- Develop personal housing plans for customers under relief duty and identify accommodation for up to 6 months.
- Arrange emergency accommodation for eligible individuals, ensuring ongoing support and appropriate benefits.
You will need:
- Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to negotiate effectively and manage difficult customer interactions.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in IT applications (e.g., Word, Excel) with the ability to prioritize work under pressure.
- Experience in housing advice, decision-making in accordance with the Housing Act 1996, and working with housing-related systems.
- Proven experience in dealing with difficult customers, conflict resolution, and thriving in a busy, dynamic environment.
If this role is of interest to you, submit your CV below.
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