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Experience working in a housing and income collection setting Background in credit control with practical knowledge of income recovery processes Confident using housing management systems to monitor and manage accounts Solid understanding of the legal framework for housing including Pre-Action Protocols Demonstrable knowledge of welfare benefits, particularly Universal Credit and Housing Benefit Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Officer to join a well-established organisation in Essex on an initial 8 week temporary contract followed by a 12 month fixed term contract. During the temporary period you will be on an hourly rate. Key Responsibilities: Managing a designated patch of properties and tenants Delivering a high-quality housing management service Handling tenancy-related matters including sign-ups, terminations, and breaches Managing low-level anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases Supporting the management of rent arrears , including monitoring accounts and engaging with tenants to agree repayment plans Conducting property inspections and estate visits Supporting tenants with sustainment and signposting to relevant services Liaising with internal teams and external agencies Requirements: Previous experience in a Housing Officer or similar role Experience dealing with rent arrears and income collection Knowledge of housing legislation and tenancy management Experience handling low-level ASB cases Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage a varied workload independently Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable) If you are an experienced Housing professional available at short notice and looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

A place to create moments that matter Salary : £37,412 per annum (including car allowance) Location : Peterbrorough, Hybrid with travel around your patch to meet customer needs (minimum 1 day a week in the office).Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday between 8am and 6pm depending on customer needs.Thousands of families across the country rely on us for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work we do has never been more important. It's this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything we do. Together, we find new ways to understand and champion our customers, support them and drive positive change. For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be. About the role Always motivated to achieve brilliant standards of service, our Housing Partners (Housing Officers) are the first point of contact for our customers.You'll be a visible presence in your patch, ensuring the effective management and maintenance of tenancies. Moving into a new home is an exciting life experience and your role will have a positive influence on our customer journey from the moment we onboard new tenants.Sometimes things don't always go to plan, so you'll also support customers to manage their rent accounts (including taking cases to court as a last resort), manage anti-social behaviour utilising a multi-agency approach as required, resolve customer complaints effectively and use appropriate legal remedies to ensure tenancies are ended efficiently and in line with legal and regulatory requirements when necessary.You'll develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners and build strong community bonds to make moments that matter every day. Salary: The Housing Partner (Housing Officer) role offers a salary of £36,162 per annum for candidates who fully meet the role requirements.If you're still developing in some areas, we'll support your growth with a starting salary just 5% or 10% below the spot rate, depending on experience.You'll also receive an essential user car allowance starting from £1,250 per annum, pro rata plus milage for travel around your patch - helping you stay mobile while making a difference in your community. About you You'll need experience in delivering housing management services, plus an understanding of tenancy and neighbourhood management. It would be ideal if you have a CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing - or you'd be willing to work towards it. You'll bring a proven track record in managing anti-social behaviour, as well as a strong knowledge of rent collection processes and legal frameworks around income recovery. As you'll be travelling across our Accent sites and estates, you'll need a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. The successful candidate will undergo a DBS check as part of the pre-employment checks. A place to build a future We've got big ambitions and we're looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you'll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.And because we believe great work deserves great rewards, here's what you can look forward to: Generous time off - 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more. Health & wellbeing support - Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about. Financial perks - Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further. Future-focused benefits - Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind. Family-friendly policies - Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance. Career development - From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more - we'll help you grow and succeed. This is more than a job - it's a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do . We're Committed to Inclusion We believe diversity makes us stronger and we're committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know - we'll make it happen.Please don't delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.If you're looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now. Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.You may have experience in the following: Housing Officer, Housing Partner, Tenancy Management, Neighbourhood Management, Social Housing, Housing Management, Affordable Housing, Tenancy Enforcement, Rent Arrears, Income Recovery, Anti-Social Behaviour, ASB Management, Community SafetyREF-

This temporary opportunity as an Income Officer - Interim in the Not For Profit industry involves managing rent arrears and providing support to tenants. Based in St. Helens, this role requires strong organisational and communication skills to ensure successful outcomes. Client Details The organisation is a small-sized entity within the Not For Profit industry, dedicated to supporting individuals and communities. They focus on providing housing and related services, ensuring positive outcomes for their tenants and stakeholders. Description Manage rent arrears and ensure timely collection of payments. Engage with tenants to provide advice and support regarding payment plans. Maintain accurate records of all interactions and transactions. Prepare reports on income collection performance for internal review. Work closely with other departments to resolve tenant-related issues. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and organisational policies. Provide excellent customer service to tenants and stakeholders. Contribute to the improvement of income collection processes and procedures. Profile A successful Income Officer - Interim should have: Experience in income collection or a related field within the Not For Profit industry. Strong knowledge of housing regulations and rent arrears management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and handle sensitive situations professionally. Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and preparing reports. A solution-oriented mindset and a commitment to supporting tenants. Job Offer Hourly rate between 19.00 and 23.00, commensurate with experience. Temporary position offering flexibility and a supportive working environment. Opportunity to contribute positively within the Not For Profit industry. Role based in St. Helens, providing an accessible location for local candidates. If you are an organised and motivated professional, this Income Officer - Interim position in St. Helens could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply today to make a meaningful impact!

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Services Manager for a Local Authority Client in Spalding. In this role, you will lead and improve the Council's landlord housing services, ensuring safe, compliant homes, strong tenancy management, and excellent outcomes for tenants and communities. Duties: Manage tenancy and estate services across general needs, sheltered, and supported housing. Oversee rent collection, budgets, and financial performance, including the Tenant Hardship Fund. Lead, develop, and support a high-performing team of housing officers and coordinators. Ensure compliance with housing law, regulations, and safeguarding standards while driving service improvements. Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Proven experience in social housing management or housing policy development. Managing people and leading teams to deliver high-performing services. Budget management and financial oversight, including income collection. Delivering service improvements and regulatory compliance in housing or local government. What's on offer: Salary: £300 per day may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3 months minimum Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on . INDSCGTK

Temporary Housing Officer Manchester (3-Month Contract, Potential Extension) Location: Manchester Contract: Temporary (3 months, with potential for extension) Pay Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience) Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Officer to join a well-established organisation in Manchester on an initial 3-month temporary contract, with the possibility of extension. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and customer-focused individual to make an immediate impact within a busy housing team. Key Responsibilities: Managing a designated patch of properties and tenants Delivering a high-quality housing management service Handling tenancy-related matters including sign-ups, terminations, and breaches Managing low-level anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases Supporting the management of rent arrears , including monitoring accounts and engaging with tenants to agree repayment plans Conducting property inspections and estate visits Supporting tenants with sustainment and signposting to relevant services Liaising with internal teams and external agencies Requirements: Previous experience in a Housing Officer or similar role Experience dealing with rent arrears and income collection Knowledge of housing legislation and tenancy management Experience handling low-level ASB cases Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage a varied workload independently Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable) What s on Offer: Immediate start Competitive hourly rate Opportunity for contract extension Valuable experience within a reputable organisation If you are an experienced Housing professional available at short notice and looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more information.

We're recruiting an experienced Housing Manager to join a local authority on a 12-month contract, stepping into a key leadership position within the housing service. This is an urgent requirement due to a departing manager and offers the opportunity to take ownership of a high-performing team, managing both operational delivery and strategic oversight across housing management functions. This is a community-based role with a strong on-site presence. The Role Lead and manage housing management services across tenancy, estates and resident services, ensuring effective and compliant service delivery. Manage complex tenancy issues including escalations, breaches, ASB cases and enforcement action in line with legislation and policy. Handle formal complaints and ensure timely, professional and customer-focused responses. Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and support to frontline housing staff, driving performance and consistency. Oversee rent collection and income-related activity, supporting teams to manage arrears effectively. Manage estates services including grounds maintenance and contractor performance. Develop, manage and monitor Service Level Agreements and contracts to drive service improvement. Lead on tenancy fraud investigations and ensure appropriate action is taken. Monitor service performance, identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance delivery. Ensure all services are delivered in line with organisational objectives, housing legislation and best practice. Key Requirements Strong experience within housing management at a senior or managerial level. Proven experience managing complex tenancy issues, ASB and complaints. Ability to operate both strategically and operationally within a housing service. Strong leadership skills with experience supporting and developing teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing estates services and contractor performance. Experience developing and managing SLAs and driving service improvements. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. CIH Level 4 (or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent experience. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Managers, Housing Officers and Housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on(phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Income Maximisation Officer Adecco are recruiting on behalf of the London Borough of Richmond & Wandsworth for an experienced Income Maximisation Officer to join their Housing and Regeneration Directorate. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing finance professional with strong experience in income collection, arrears management and tenant support to contribute to a vital frontline service supporting vulnerable households in temporary accommodation. Contract Details: Type: Temporary Pay: £20.76 per hour (PAYE) / £27.07 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Twickenham Civic Centre Working Arrangements: Hybrid - office and home working (start of assignment is 2 weeks in the office every day for training/shadowing and then 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home) Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday Role Overview As an Income Maximisation Officer, you will lead and manage a patch of temporary accommodation accounts, ensuring maximum income collection and minimising arrears across both current and former tenants. You will provide financial advice, support benefit claims, complete affordability assessments and take appropriate recovery action where required. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of rent accounts to maximise income collection and minimise arrears Proactively monitor accounts and agree repayment plans where necessary Provide financial advice and guidance to tenants to support tenancy sustainment Support tenants to maximise income by ensuring full benefit entitlement is claimed Complete affordability assessments in line with the Homelessness Code of Guidance Prepare and manage cases for legal action, including possession proceedings and court attendance Liaise with partner agencies and internal departments to resolve complex cases Support vulnerable households with sensitive and preventative interventions Maintain accurate records and financial information in line with council procedures Participate in duty rotas and customer service activity across both boroughs Top 3 Skills Required Experience in income collection, managing a patch of rent accounts for both current and former tenants Assisting tenants to maximise their income by ensuring they are claiming their full benefit entitlement and referring tenants who require specialist advice Providing financial advice to tenants to ensure they can afford their charges Essential Experience and Skills Experience of arrears management and debt collection within a housing or local authority environment Strong understanding of welfare benefits and entitlement advice Experience supporting vulnerable clients with complex financial needs Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively Excellent communication, numeracy and IT skills Calm, empathetic and professional approach when dealing with sensitive cases Apply Now: If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a specialist Income Collection/Recovery Officer to join one of Adecco's most improved public sector clients in a full time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday), permanent role paying up to £41k per annum. In this varied role you will regularly monitor and manage rent and service charge accounts for current andformer tenants, ensuring prompt action is taken to minimise arrears and recover monies due, ensuring compliance with company policy and the regulatory and legal framework. Our client is based in Central London and offer excellent hybrid working arrangements. This role reports into the Head of Housing, and our client is looking for a candidate who has experience of: Providing an excellent customer focussed service ensuring tenants are aware of their responsibility to pay their rent on time and regularly, and to advise on preventative action to be taken to stop them falling into arrears. Providing an accurate, effective and appropriate response to tenants' enquiries about their rent accounts Keeping up to date on welfare benefit entitlements, particularly housing related benefits and all changes due to Welfare Reform. Advising tenants on welfare benefits - to offer advice and signpost and refer to supporting agencies. Keeping up to date with best practice on arrears prevention, putting forward ideas and suggestions for service improvements. Attending liaison meetings with Local Authorities and other external agencies as required Supporting with the production and distribution of regular rent statements to tenants and advising tenants on these accordingly. Being responsible for the collection of rental income and other housing related debts. Regularly monitoring direct debit payments, and ensuring these are amended in the required timescales for collection of the revised annual rent and service charge. Providing advice and assistance to all tenants who have rent arrears by contacting them on a regular basis and maximising personal contact. Liaising with other agencies and the relevant authorities regarding the processing and progress of individual housing benefit and universal credit claims, chasing the progress of housing benefit applications and overpayments. Monitoring rent accounts and implementing company income collection policy and procedures, ensuring tenants are notified of any arrears at the earliest opportunity. Carrying out home visits in connection with income recovery or arrears prevention and serving notices of seeking possession where required. Preparing all paperwork for the service of notices, possession proceedings and evictions. Attending court and carrying out D.I.Y possession action representing the organisation in rent related cases. Ensuring the computer system is updated with details of individual rent arrears actions and advising on the improvement of such systems on a regular basis. This role requires the successful candidate to have some experience in housing management (preferably 2 years), be highly self-motivated and be strong on the telephone. A car driver and owner is not needed as the patch (just 600 units) can be covered by foot or bus. Good knowledge and understanding of OMNI software would also be ideal, but is not essential.Previous public sector experience would be useful, but not essential. Experience in reclaiming debt owed to the client/landlord by tenants in court would also be a real advantage, as would knowledge of how to deal with leaseholders. Excellent understanding of welfare and benefits would be highly desirable.Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply for this post, as the client is keen to interview in person in April 2026. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply.

Job Title: Income Officer Location: London Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: ASAP A Local Authority in London is seeking an Income Officer to support the effective management and collection of rental income across its housing portfolio. This is an initial 6-month contract, offering an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in income recovery, rent arrears, or housing finance within a social housing setting. About the Role You will play a key role in maximising rental income and minimising arrears, ensuring tenants are supported to sustain their tenancies. Acting as a main point of contact for residents in relation to rent and payments, you will manage arrears cases, provide financial guidance, and work closely with internal teams and external agencies. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of rent accounts and monitoring arrears Contacting tenants to recover outstanding rent and agree repayment plans Supporting tenants with budgeting and signposting to financial support services Taking appropriate action on arrears cases, including escalation where required Preparing documentation for legal action, including court proceedings Liaising with housing officers, support services, and external agencies Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures Contributing to income maximisation and tenancy sustainment strategies About You The council is looking to hear from candidates who have: Experience in income recovery, rent arrears, or housing finance Knowledge of housing legislation and arrears recovery processes Strong negotiation and communication skills A firm but fair approach to managing sensitive financial situations Experience working within a Local Authority or social housing environment (desirable) Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Apply If you have experience in income recovery or housing finance and are looking for an opportunity within a Local Authority setting in London , we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV, or get in touch to arrange a quick conversation about the opportunity.

Carrington West are assisting a local authority client in the search for a Developer Contributions Officer on an initial 6-month contract (with the potential to extend). This role will focus on the administration, monitoring and collection of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and wider developer contributions, ensuring infrastructure funding is accurately recorded and managed to support growth across the authority. The successful candidate will be responsible for recording, processing and reporting developer contribution income, maintaining accurate records within the authority's monitoring systems and issuing relevant statutory notices in line with legislation. The role will involve working closely with planning, finance and other internal teams to ensure compliance with developer contribution requirements and support the effective delivery of infrastructure funding. You will be: experienced in administering or monitoring developer contributions, particularly CIL confident working with financial data and monitoring systems able to interpret planning legislation relating to developer contributions comfortable managing cases, calculations and statutory deadlines experienced using monitoring systems such as Exacom or similar (Full job description available upon request) It would be beneficial for the post holder to have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in planning or infrastructure funding, alongside a good understanding of the UK planning system. The council are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, ideally with previous experience working within a local authority planning environment. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45 per hour (Subject to experience) Job Ref - 65121 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and at all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Job Title: Income Officer Location: North West England Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: ASAP A Local Authority in the North West of England is seeking an Income Officer to support the effective management and collection of rental income across its housing portfolio. This is an initial 6-month contract, offering an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in income recovery, rent arrears, or housing finance within a social housing setting. About the Role You will play a key role in maximising rental income and minimising arrears, ensuring tenants are supported to sustain their tenancies. Acting as a main point of contact for residents in relation to rent and payments, you will manage arrears cases, provide financial guidance, and work closely with internal teams and external agencies. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of rent accounts and monitoring arrears Contacting tenants to recover outstanding rent and agree repayment plans Supporting tenants with budgeting and signposting to financial support services Taking appropriate action on arrears cases, including escalation where required Preparing documentation for legal action, including court proceedings Liaising with housing officers, support services, and external agencies Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures Contributing to income maximisation and tenancy sustainment strategies About You The council is looking to hear from candidates who have: Experience in income recovery, rent arrears, or housing finance Knowledge of housing legislation and arrears recovery processes Strong negotiation and communication skills A firm but fair approach to managing sensitive financial situations Experience working within a Local Authority or social housing environment (desirable) Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Apply If you have experience in income recovery or housing finance and are looking for an opportunity within a Local Authority setting in the North West of England , we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV, or get in touch to arrange a quick conversation about the opportunity.

We are seeking an experienced Business Rates Officer to join our Revenues service and support the effective administration, billing and collection of Non-Domestic Rates. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge of Business Rates who is confident working in a busy local authority environment and experienced in using Academy Systems . The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of Business Rates accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation and high standards of customer service. The role will involve working closely with colleagues across Revenues and Finance to maximise income collection and support local businesses. Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain Business Rates accounts, including billing, amendments and reliefs Process and apply Business Rates reliefs and exemptions in line with legislation Undertake recovery action in accordance with council policies and statutory requirements Respond to enquiries from ratepayers, agents and internal stakeholders Liaise with the Valuation Office Agency regarding rating list changes Accurately update and maintain records using Academy Systems Support collection performance and income targets Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, procedures and audit requirements About You You will have: Recent experience working in a local authority Business Rates service Good working knowledge of Business Rates legislation and recovery processes Experience using Academy Systems (essential) Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a varied caseload Good communication and customer service skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Housing Services Manager for a Local Authority Client in Spalding. In this role, you will lead and improve the Council's landlord housing services, ensuring safe, compliant homes, strong tenancy management, and excellent outcomes for tenants and communities. Duties: Manage tenancy and estate services across general needs, sheltered, and supported housing. Oversee rent collection, budgets, and financial performance, including the Tenant Hardship Fund. Lead, develop, and support a high-performing team of housing officers and coordinators. Ensure compliance with housing law, regulations, and safeguarding standards while driving service improvements. Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Proven experience in social housing management or housing policy development. Managing people and leading teams to deliver high-performing services. Budget management and financial oversight, including income collection. Delivering service improvements and regulatory compliance in housing or local government. What's on offer: Salary: 300 per day may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience Contract type: 3 months minimum Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week How to apply: Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on (phone number removed). INDSCGTK

We're recruiting an experienced Head of Revenues and Benefits to lead a high-performing local authority service, overseeing the full scope of statutory Revenues and Benefits functions including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on the Collection Fund, system re-procurement and service transformation. The successful candidate will act as the Council's lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior leadership and driving performance, compliance and financial stability across a large and complex service. The Role - Lead and manage the Council's Revenues and Benefits service, overseeing c135 staff across multiple teams delivering Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection services. - Take strategic responsibility for the Collection Fund, ensuring effective billing, collection and financial control across Council Tax (c£200m) and Business Rates (c£65m). - Oversee the administration and delivery of Housing Benefits (c£100m) and Council Tax Support, ensuring support is targeted to vulnerable residents and statutory requirements are met. - Lead on sundry debt recovery (c£20m), developing and implementing debt strategies to maximise collection and manage recovery processes. - Oversee the administration of discretionary schemes including hardship payments, crisis grants and other financial support mechanisms. - Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, government policy and regulatory requirements across Revenues and Benefits services. - Act as the Council's lead advisor to senior leadership, including the s151 Officer, on all Revenues and Benefits matters, strategy and performance. - Lead on system re-procurement and digital transformation, ensuring systems support efficient, automated and customer-focused service delivery. - Oversee customer access channels including online, contact centre, face-to-face and correspondence, ensuring a high-quality resident experience. - Manage enforcement activity including recovery processes, court action and bailiff engagement where required. - Lead financial monitoring, forecasting and reporting, supporting budget management, audit requirements and government returns. - Develop and embed performance frameworks to monitor productivity, mitigate risk, prevent fraud and drive continuous service improvement. - Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships, representing the Council at senior level and driving collaborative working. - Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and innovation to enhance service delivery and resident outcomes. - Deputise for senior leadership and contribute to corporate priorities, strategy and cross-council initiatives. Key Requirements - Extensive experience operating at senior level within a Revenues and Benefits service in a local authority or similar environment. - Strong expertise in Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection, including Collection Fund management. - Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and delivering high-performing services. - Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulation and government policy relating to Revenues and Benefits. - Experience overseeing or leading system implementation or re-procurement within a Revenues and Benefits environment. - Demonstrable experience improving collection rates, service performance and customer outcomes. - Strong financial acumen with experience managing large budgets, forecasting and audit processes. - Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships, including senior leadership, members and external partners. - Excellent leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills. - Ability to drive service transformation, innovation and continuous improvement. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Revenues and Benefits professionals, Heads of Service and Income specialists looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Income Officer to join our housing association on a permanent basis. This Income Officer will play a key role, being responsible for managing rental income and ensuring effective arrears recovery, helping to sustain tenancies and support our communities. You will take ownership of a patch of residents, managing all aspects of income collection from early intervention through to legal action, including court representation where required. Key Responsibilities of an Income Officer: Manage a portfolio of rent accounts, ensuring income is maximised and arrears are minimised Take a proactive approach to arrears recovery, from early-stage intervention through to court action Prepare and present cases at court where necessary Work closely with residents to agree realistic repayment plans and provide support to sustain tenancies Liaise with internal teams and external agencies to resolve complex cases Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and procedures Provide excellent customer service while balancing a firm but fair approach to income recovery About You Proven experience in income management within a housing environment Strong knowledge of arrears recovery processes, including legal and court procedures Confident in representing cases in court Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently Good understanding of welfare benefits and financial inclusion IT literate with experience of housing management systems What's on Offer: Hybrid working arrangement Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunities for professional development Generous holiday entitlement and benefits package If this Income Officer role is of interest please apply or contact (url removed)

Income Maximisation Officer Adecco are recruiting on behalf of the London Borough of Richmond & Wandsworth for an experienced Income Maximisation Officer to join their Housing and Regeneration Directorate. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing finance professional with strong experience in income collection, arrears management and tenant support to contribute to a vital frontline service supporting vulnerable households in temporary accommodation. Contract Details: Type: Temporary Pay: 20.76 per hour (PAYE) / 27.07 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Twickenham Civic Centre Working Arrangements: Hybrid - office and home working (start of assignment is 2 weeks in the office every day for training/shadowing and then 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home) Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday Role Overview As an Income Maximisation Officer, you will lead and manage a patch of temporary accommodation accounts, ensuring maximum income collection and minimising arrears across both current and former tenants. You will provide financial advice, support benefit claims, complete affordability assessments and take appropriate recovery action where required. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of rent accounts to maximise income collection and minimise arrears Proactively monitor accounts and agree repayment plans where necessary Provide financial advice and guidance to tenants to support tenancy sustainment Support tenants to maximise income by ensuring full benefit entitlement is claimed Complete affordability assessments in line with the Homelessness Code of Guidance Prepare and manage cases for legal action, including possession proceedings and court attendance Liaise with partner agencies and internal departments to resolve complex cases Support vulnerable households with sensitive and preventative interventions Maintain accurate records and financial information in line with council procedures Participate in duty rotas and customer service activity across both boroughs Top 3 Skills Required Experience in income collection, managing a patch of rent accounts for both current and former tenants Assisting tenants to maximise their income by ensuring they are claiming their full benefit entitlement and referring tenants who require specialist advice Providing financial advice to tenants to ensure they can afford their charges Essential Experience and Skills Experience of arrears management and debt collection within a housing or local authority environment Strong understanding of welfare benefits and entitlement advice Experience supporting vulnerable clients with complex financial needs Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively Excellent communication, numeracy and IT skills Calm, empathetic and professional approach when dealing with sensitive cases Apply Now: If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a specialist Income Collection/Recovery Officer to join one of Adecco's most improved public sector clients in a full time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday), permanent role paying up to 41k per annum. In this varied role you will regularly monitor and manage rent and service charge accounts for current and former tenants, ensuring prompt action is taken to minimise arrears and recover monies due, ensuring compliance with company policy and the regulatory and legal framework. Our client is based in Central London and offer excellent hybrid working arrangements. This role reports into the Head of Housing, and our client is looking for a candidate who has experience of: Providing an excellent customer focussed service ensuring tenants are aware of their responsibility to pay their rent on time and regularly, and to advise on preventative action to be taken to stop them falling into arrears. Providing an accurate, effective and appropriate response to tenants' enquiries about their rent accounts Keeping up to date on welfare benefit entitlements, particularly housing related benefits and all changes due to Welfare Reform. Advising tenants on welfare benefits - to offer advice and signpost and refer to supporting agencies. Keeping up to date with best practice on arrears prevention, putting forward ideas and suggestions for service improvements. Attending liaison meetings with Local Authorities and other external agencies as required Supporting with the production and distribution of regular rent statements to tenants and advising tenants on these accordingly. Being responsible for the collection of rental income and other housing related debts. Regularly monitoring direct debit payments, and ensuring these are amended in the required timescales for collection of the revised annual rent and service charge. Providing advice and assistance to all tenants who have rent arrears by contacting them on a regular basis and maximising personal contact. Liaising with other agencies and the relevant authorities regarding the processing and progress of individual housing benefit and universal credit claims, chasing the progress of housing benefit applications and overpayments. Monitoring rent accounts and implementing company income collection policy and procedures, ensuring tenants are notified of any arrears at the earliest opportunity. Carrying out home visits in connection with income recovery or arrears prevention and serving notices of seeking possession where required. Preparing all paperwork for the service of notices, possession proceedings and evictions. Attending court and carrying out D.I.Y possession action representing the organisation in rent related cases. Ensuring the computer system is updated with details of individual rent arrears actions and advising on the improvement of such systems on a regular basis. This role requires the successful candidate to have some experience in housing management (preferably 2 years), be highly self-motivated and be strong on the telephone. A car driver and owner is not needed as the patch (just 600 units) can be covered by foot or bus. Good knowledge and understanding of OMNI software would also be ideal, but is not essential. Previous public sector experience would be useful, but not essential. Experience in reclaiming debt owed to the client/landlord by tenants in court would also be a real advantage, as would knowledge of how to deal with leaseholders. Excellent understanding of welfare and benefits would be highly desirable. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply for this post, as the client is keen to interview in person in April 2026. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply.

Allocations and Temporary Accommodation Service TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION OFFICER To be accountable to the Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer for the management of Temporary Accommodation, including Council, Registered Providers, Private Sector Leased and Emergency Overnight Accommodation. For the provision of a tenancy and support service to homeless households To undertake the sign-up of applicants being admitted to temporary accommodation and to act as a point of contact in resolving any issues that arise. MAIN DUTIES: To identify and report repairs within Temporary Accommodation units to Property Services staff and other landlords, ensuring that accommodation is maintained to the highest possible standard. To have responsibility for visiting households that have been assisted with temporary or other housing options and for advising them on: payment of charges, tenure conditions and security, utilities, reporting of repairs and provision of furnishings. To carry out regular visits to all temporary accommodation units, both within and outside the borough, to ensure that properties are being occupied and are being maintained to the appropriate standard. To arrange for the termination or withdrawal of a placement as required. To identify service users with support needs and refer them to appropriate support or resettlement services. To liaise closely with support services industry statutory agencies to ensure that the needs of vulnerable applicants are identified and assessed. To be aware of safeguarding (children s & adults) procedures and monitor, record and discuss any concerns with a manager / relevant agencies. Also take appropriate action when necessary, always in conjunction with a manager . To provide reports on casework as requested by the Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer. To ensure that comprehensive and accurate records are kept of all customer contacts and casework updating IT and/or manual systems as required. To ensure the effective collection of rent, charges and arrears and for taking appropriate action to ensure that loss of income is kept under control and that performance meets DHS targets. To offer advice and assistance to customers on a range of matters, including: allocations and choice based lettings, housing options, welfare and housing benefits, homelessness assessments, tenancy conditions and provision of support. To contact other internal and external agencies on their behalf as necessary. To liaise with Housing Benefits, Benefits Agency and employers in order to assist in the collection of rent and other charges. To be responsible for the verification of documents required by housing benefits to enable them to meet their statutory duty when assessing payments of benefit. To issue Notice to Quits and be responsible for taking appropriate legal action when necessary. To compile legal statements for court attendance and to represent the Council at proceedings. To have a good knowledge of court procedures. To coordinate all services required when obtaining possession of a property. To deal with breaches of conditions of tenancy including nuisance and racial harassment. To interview tenants, leaseholders and homeowners as necessary, determining remedial action, and dealing with complaints. To attend allocations interviews in order to advise customers of the conditions of tenancy, and to provide information for them on the property including provision of furniture and equipment and availability of local amenities and services. To ensure that the tenancy or licence agreement is completed and to input details of allocations onto computerised systems. To assist occupiers moving into permanent accommodation by advising on removal arrangements, social fund and other benefits. To arrange for accounts to come off charge, the collection of keys and for organising the renewal of door locks as necessary To assist in the identification of properties that could be used as temporary accommodation and the hand back of dwellings no longer required for use as temporary accommodation. To investigate cases of abandoned property, unauthorised occupation and sub-letting occurring in Council owned temporary accommodation, taking the appropriate action to resolve the problem. To respond to enquiries and complaints including from elected members and external agencies, ensuring that responses meet quality standards and are completed within performance target timescales. To assist in statistical monitoring, customer surveys, consultation activities or other exercises to increase the effectiveness of the service. To assist in the training and induction of staff as requested by the Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer. To attend training sessions, development, supervision and casework meetings as requested by the Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer. To have a working knowledge of legislation and policy in relation to homelessness, allocations and tenancy rights. To be responsible for the distribution of emergency cash payments in accordance with agreed procedures. As directed by the Senior Temporary Accommodation Officer, to undertake any other work appropriate to the level and general nature of the post s duties. To carry out all duties with due regard to the provision of health and safety regulations and legislation, the Councils Equal Opportunities and Customer Care policies, and the new technology Agreement. To participate in the Council s out of hour s standby rota, responding to homeless emergencies as well as problems that arise in temporary accommodation and supported housing projects. The standard hours of work for this post will total a minimum of 35 hours per week. Obligatory

We are currently seeking an experienced Housing Officer on a hybrid basis to join a reputable Housing Association based in Dudley. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality tenancy and estate management services to local residents. Key Responsibilities of a Housing Officer: Manage a designated patch of approximately 350 properties, covering all aspects of tenancy and estate management including lettings, anti-social behaviour, and rent collection. Provide a customer-focused lettings and allocations service, ensuring void turnaround targets are met and sustainable tenancies are created. Monitor and recover rent arrears in line with policy, including preparing court paperwork and attending hearings as required. Carry out regular estate inspections and respond promptly to environmental, maintenance, and health & safety issues. Requirements: Previous experience in a housing management role within the social housing sector. Strong understanding of housing law and welfare benefits, with the ability to manage complex tenancy and income-related issues. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with confidence to handle sensitive or challenging situations. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. Job Title: Housing Officer Location: Dudley Contract: 2-month temporary contract (potential for extension) Working Hours: 35 hours Hybrid: 3 days on patch - 2 days WFH or office based Hourly Rate: 24 per hour If this role Housing Officer role is of interest to you then please apply or contact (url removed)