We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority based in Bournemouth, who are recruiting for a Landlord Liaison Officer on a temporary six-month contract. The position is due to start immediately, with the potential for it to be extended. The hourly rate of pay is negotiable up to £22 via an Umbrella company.

The ideal candidate will have a basic DBS certificate, or be happy to have one carried out, drive and have access to their own vehicle, and have proven experience working in a similar role.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):  

• Work in partnership with the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and assist those in housing need to access and sustain PRS accommodation to create long-term sustainable tenancies

• Act as a broker between people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and good quality landlords by offering suitable tenants and providing financial guarantees

• Deliver specialist advice on matters relating directly to tenancy advice and allocation of accommodation

• Act as a first point of contact for private and social landlords regarding property availability, nominations, refusals and tenancies at risk

• Support the administration of financial assistance scheme for landlords, including the tenancy deposit loan and bond schemes processes

• Complete rent deposit loan sign ups with clients including financial assessment and giving basic money advice, making repayment agreements in every case

• Liaise with colleagues in financial services to ensure maximum income recovery

• Carry out bond claim assessments using gathered evidence which is verified from landlord and tenant

• Maintain positive relationships with private sector landlords and increase access to private sector accommodation through proactive accommodation finding

• Assess the suitability of accommodation for households in partnership with appropriate professionals

Experience required:

• Experience required in Social Housing

Rewards and Benefits:

• Primarily working from home with the need to go out onto patch in Bournemouth on an adhoc basis

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week

• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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