We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Bromley to assist with the appointment of a Funding and Operations, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay : £22.95 - £30.26 per hour Summary: The Funding and Operations Officer will support the delivery of housing-related financial support services, with a particular focus on the assessment and administration of Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP). Responsibilities: Assess and process Discretionary Housing Payment applications in line with current legislation, policy and guidance. Review supporting evidence and make accurate funding decisions within agreed timescales. Maintain accurate case records and update internal systems accordingly. Liaise with residents, landlords and external agencies regarding applications and outcomes. Provide advice and guidance relating to discretionary housing support schemes. Ensure compliance with council procedures, financial regulations and data protection requirements. Essentials : Relevant experience within Housing Benefits, Revenues or financial support services. Experience assessing Discretionary Housing Payments. Knowledge of Housing Benefit and welfare support processes. Strong administrative and organisational skills. Ability to interpret policies, procedures and legislation accurately. Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important : We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. OR103100