Rent Arrears Officer

Posted 14 November 2023
Salary Negotiable
LocationSurrey
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Housing Recruitment
ReferencePROF_44525
Contact NameEvie Richards

Job description

Our client, based in Surrey, is currently recruiting for a Rents Officer on a four-month temporary contract.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The position requires attendance in the office ONLY ONCE A FORTNIGHT.

The ideal candidate will have experience carrying out all pre-court rent arrears protocol and demonstrable experience providing the highest level of customer service.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Managing rent and arrears for a geographical patch of properties

  • Taking payments and setting up direct debits

  • Providing advice on welfare benefits

  • Proactively working to reduce arrears in your geographical area

  • Liaising with housing officers to resolve any issues over rent statements

  • Carrying out all rent processes up to but EXCLUDING appearing in court

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Good time management and organisational skills

  • Experience dealing with clients with complex needs

  • Ability to work flexibly and respond quickly to changing demands, while meeting deadlines

  • Experience of delivering high quality customer service

Working hours:

  • 37 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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