Housing Supply Officer **
We are working in partnership with a Local Authority in the Enfield area who are seeking a Housing Supply Officer to work within the Market Management Services.
About the role:
* The aim of the Market Management is operationalised by the provision of range of PRS interventions and initiatives including emergency and temporary accommodation and PRS Housing Services, including procurement, allocation, and management services.
* You will ensure the supply of TA and PRS housing meets demand and standards.
* You will acquire new TA and PRS housing in line policies and procedures.
* You will also work with suppliers to convert existing leases onto new leasing schemes and ensure the timely and effective hand backs of all types of temporary and privately rented accommodation.
Contract Lengths: 3-6 months with a view to extend to an ongoing contract.
Pay Rates: £23.98+ per hour (negotiable depending on your experience)
Location: EN1 3ES. (Hybrid working, 1 day a week in the office)
Role Requirements:
* Work with the market to improve the supply of TA and PRS Housing to fulfil the LA homelessness duties.
* Increase the number of households exiting emergency and temporary accommodation, by efficiently securing PRS for residents in need.
* Procuring Private Rented Sector properties on commercially sustainable terms for use by Enfield households and manage relationships with landlords on behalf of Enfield Let (Housing Gateway) and the Council.
* Procure Private Leased Annexes (PLA) and Private Sector Leased (PSL) properties suitable for use on a temporary basis by households while more sustainable housing solutions are secured.
* To provide advice and guidance to landlords with the purpose of gaining trust in the PRS market and develop relationships with those landlords therefore increasing supply of accommodation for use.
* To record and monitor service delivery issues and complaints as they arise to implement correct processes to address and remedy issues, as appropriate. "
*We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity*
To apply for this role please email & call Dane on 01772 954 200.