Housing Officer
- Posted 08 April 2026
- Salary Market related
- LocationEssex
- Discipline Housing
- Reference10101
- Contact NameErnie Swinhoe
Job description
Our client, based in Essex, is currently recruiting for a Housing Officer on a temporary basis.
This position is due to start ASAP. With the rate being negotiable depending on experience.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in housing, have a full UK Driver’s License, access to their own vehicle and a DBS (Basic at least)
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Manage all aspects of tenancy and leasehold services, including tenancy management, resident support, and signposting
Deliver high-quality housing management to tenants, leaseholders, and shared owners
Coordinate lettings, viewings, and tenancy start/end processes to ensure minimal void periods
Support rent collection and arrears recovery, including tenant engagement and court attendance
Conduct inspections, managed ASB cases, complaints, and tenancy breaches effectively
Ensure compliance with regulations, maintained accurate records, and engaged residents to improve services
Experience required:
Experience in tenancy management
Experience using housing management or property systems
Skills, knowledge and expertise required:
Have a good understanding of housing legislation
The ability to build effective relationships and partnerships with stakeholders
Ability to work on own initiative
Working hours:
Mon – Fri
9:00 – 17:00
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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