Procurement and Contract Officer (Private Rented Sector)
Salary range: £37,575 - £41,286 per annum
Work location: London
Hours per week: 36
Contract type: Temporary up to 12 months and Temporary up to 24 months
Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check
About the role:
Join our expanding Private Rented Housing Team to improve the efficiency and overall success of our Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement department. You will work across a variety of housing, procuring temporary accommodation, direct lets, and private rented sector properties. Your goal will be to create a steady supply of accommodation for households in housing need, followed by effective contract monitoring.
You will work closely with private landlords to secure safe and suitable accommodation for our residents. You will also be working closely with our residents in Supported Housing, Temporary Accommodation, and Bridging Accommodation, supporting them to move into alternative accommodation. On top of your core duties, you will implement impactful operational plans that fit with our wider strategy as a council.
About you:
We are looking for solid experience in housing or property, including experience in procurement, contract management, and working with landlords or letting agents. You will be able to confidently handle a demanding workload and communicate effectively with all kinds of people. A good knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and the private rented sector is important.
You will also need to be energetic, enthusiastic, and resourceful, with a genuine passion for property. Ideally, you will be qualified to carry out property inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating system, but this is not essential.
What we offer:
A competitive salary, a high-quality pension scheme, generous annual leave, and excellent learning and development opportunities.
Application process:
Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description. We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants.