Council Tax Officer

Posted 24 September 2024
Salary up to £27 p/h via an Umbrella Company
LocationHarlow
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Housing Recruitment
ReferencePROF_46889
Contact NameAlexander Dale

Job description

Our client, based in Essex, is currently recruiting for a FULLY REMOTE Council Tax Officer on a 6-month temporary contract.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable, up to £25 p/h via an Umbrella Company, based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have experience using the Civica system, have previous experience collecting council tax for a local authority and be available to start on a week’s notice.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Dealing with enquiries face to face, via email and over the phone, providing an excellent customer service at all times

  • Calculating rent, council tax and business rates, ensuring all information provided to clients is accurate and up to date

  • Identifying and recovering arrears relating to rents or council tax, maximising income for the organisation at all times

  • Sending bills and reminders, taking legal action, preparing paperwork and attending court when required

  • Carrying out home and business visits with residents to discuss any concerns and negotiate suitable repayment plans

  • Maintaining and keeping accurate and up to date records on all actions, recording full details and outcome

Experience required:

  • Experience required in calculating and collection council tax

  • Experience using the Civica system

Rewards and Benefits:

Fully Remote position

Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week

  • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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