Job Description
Benefits and Council Tax Officer
Temporary - 3 Month Contract (Possibility for Extension)
Newham, London
Full Time 0900-1700, 36 hours a week
Start Date - 22/04
We are currently looking for 2 officers that are required to work on a backlog of new Housing Benefit claims. Candidates must have extensive experience and knowledge of housing Benefit legislation and Northgate Revenues and Benefits system. Please note, a basic DBS is required for the role.
Essential Requirements
1. A commitment to operate in a customer focused environment
2. Ability To Communicate Effectively Both Orally & In Writing To A Wide Range Of people
3. Ability To Organise Own Workload To Meet Targets & Deadlines
4. Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
5. Detailed Knowledge Of Housing & Council Tax Benefit Legislation
6. Experience Of Dealing With Housing & Council Tax Benefit Claims
7. Experience Of Processing Housing Benefit Claims
8. Self Motivated, Flexible & Resourceful
9. Trustworthy and reliable