Posted: 4 May
The role
Job Description
We’re a growing Temporary Accommodation provider looking to further expand across London and the Home Counties. We need a commercially driven professional who can open doors with London Boroughs and the Home Counties, secure TA contracts, and build the relationships that drive long-term growth.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This role sits at the heart of our growth, winning new borough contracts, onboarding councils, and sourcing the accommodation they need. You will position us as a preferred TA housing provider, grow our borough coverage, and secure the contracts that drive our expansion.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Build and leverage relationships with London Boroughs and Home Counties TA and housing teams to position us as a preferred provider
- Drive the full onboarding process, from first contact through to approval and live supply
- Navigate TA procurement portals to secure placements
- Negotiate competitive nightly rates and lease terms to maximise income and long-term stability
- Monitor borough demand and align our supply strategy to meet it
- Identify and engage key decision-makers within council housing and procurement teams
- Develop strategies to eliminate voids by lining up council or institutional tenants ahead of vacancy
- Track and report on procurement activity, borough coverage, and revenue performance
- Negotiate, renew, and restructure leases
- Handle contract transitions, hand backs, and re-letting strategies
- Build relationships with landlords to procure properties required
ABOUT YOU
- Proven track record of securing TA contracts and onboarding with London Boroughs or Home Counties
- Strong existing network within London Boroughs, or the ability to build one quickly
- Experience with TA procurement
- Commercially driven with strong negotiation skills and a results-focused mindset
- Confident working independently and taking ownership of targets
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Strong knowledge of Lettings legislation and compliance
- Full UK driving licence
WHY JOIN US
- A business actively scaling its TA and housing provider operations
- Real opportunity to build and own borough relationships across London
- Strong growth and progression potential to manage your own team
HOURS OF WORK
Monday – Thursday: 9.00am – 6.00pm
Friday: 9.00am – 5.30pm
Job Type: Full-time
