Income Officer

Posted 29 September 2026
Salary £24 - £25
LocationNorthwich
Job type Temporary
Discipline Housing
Reference230453

Job description

​We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in Northwich who are recruiting for an Income Officer on a temporary eight-week contract. The position is due to start immediately, with the potential to go full time. The hourly rate of pay is negotiable up to £25 per hour via an Umbrella company.

 

The ideal candidate will have used the QL system previously, have a basic DBS certificate, or be happy to have one carried out, drive and have access to their own vehicle, and have proven experience of Income Management.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

·         Manage a patch of tenants to maximise rental income and minimise arrears

·         Monitor rent accounts and take proactive action to prevent arrears escalating

·         Negotiate and monitor repayment arrangements with customers in arrears

·         Take enforcement action in line with tenancy agreements and relevant legislation

·         Prepare cases for court proceedings and provide evidence where required

·         Work closely with Housing Officers, legal teams and external agencies to resolve complex arrears cases

 

Experience required:

·         Experience required in Social Housing

·         Experience working with customers within housing

 

Rewards and Benefits:

·         Hybrid working

·         Flexible working days

 

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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