Income Services Officer – Leeds Federated
Leeds Federated is inviting applicants for the Income Services Officer role.
As an Income Services Officer you’ll be passionate about supporting customers, sustaining tenancies and delivering effective income management.
In this role, you’ll manage rent and service charge accounts for a set area, working with customers to prevent arrears and agree proactive solutions. You’ll provide a high-quality, supportive service that keeps customers informed and builds trust, while working closely with Neighbourhood Officers and Area Team colleagues to support sustainable tenancies and help maximise the performance of our homes.
What you’ll do:
* Managing rent and service charge accounts, taking early action to prevent arrears from escalating
* Agreeing and monitoring affordable repayment plans with customers
* Advising customers on rent policies, welfare benefits and financial support options
* Preparing accurate and timely documentation for legal action, ensuring everything meets legislation and guidelines
* Dealing with customer enquiries across all channels in a clear, helpful way
* Working with colleagues to maintain sustainable tenancies and thriving neighbourhoods
* Keeping accurate records and using data to identify risks early
* Supporting service improvements and contributing ideas to make processes more effective
* Demonstrating a consistent level of commercial awareness and a commitment to the principles of Value for Money
What we’re looking for:
* Experience working in rental income collection, credit control, or dealing with housing rent accounts
* Experience managing debtors and agreeing affordable repayment plans
* Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and accuracy
* Builds and maintains positive relationships with customers and colleagues
* Able to communicate and inform colleagues and customers in a clear, and approachable way
* A full driving licence and access to a car
Company Description
Leeds Federated is a housing association with around 5,000 homes across Leeds, Wakefield, and North Yorkshire. We've been around since 1975 and are still as passionate about helping people make a home as we were when we started out.
Closing Date
Closing Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026
Interview Date
Interviews Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. Applications are encouraged as soon as possible.
Leeds Federated is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in everything we do and therefore welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
Housing and Community Development
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