Your new company
You'll be joining a leading housing provider committed to delivering high-quality homes and exceptional customer service. The organisation prides itself on creating sustainable tenancies and ensuring properties are available for those who need them most. They operate with a strong focus on collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Your new role
As a Lettings Officer, you will play a key role in coordinating and administering the re-letting process for empty properties, ensuring homes are vacant for the shortest time possible. You'll manage the entire lettings cycle - from receipt of notice to occupation - while maintaining accurate tenancy records and meeting strict performance targets. Responsibilities include:
* Advertising properties on choice-based letting platforms.
* Preparing and verifying shortlists from internal schemes and local authorities.
* Conducting pre-tenancy assessments and arranging viewings/sign-ups.
* Liaising with maintenance teams and support agencies to ensure smooth transitions.
* Delivering excellent customer service and resolving queries promptly.
* Contributing to CORE data returns and promoting mutual exchanges for hard-to-let properties.
What you'll need to succeed
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks under pressure.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Knowledge of housing policy, lettings processes, and housing law (desirable).
* Experience working with customers, including those with complex needs.
* Competence in IT systems and accurate data input.
* A proactive, problem-solving attitude and commitment to equality and diversity.
What you'll get in return
* Hourly rate up to £26 per hour + expense claims.
* Opportunities to work for a regional leading housing provider.
* The chance to make a real difference in people's lives by providing safe, secure housing.
* A supportive and collaborative working environment focused on innovation and improvement.
What you need to do now
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