Decant Officer

Essential Employment; London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in North London is seeking a proactive Decant Officer to facilitate the smooth relocation of residents during housing projects. This full-time, temporary role involves planning and managing the decanting process, assessing housing needs, and liaising with various stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition. Ideal candidates will have experience in housing or tenant liaison, showcasing strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing, relocation, or tenant liaison roles is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple cases simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage decanting process for tenants and leaseholders.
• Liaise with residents, housing officers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with housing policies.

Skills

Proactivity

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Job description

Decant Officer needed in North London, paying £18 per hour, ref 1548920

Full-time hours on a temporary basis

• We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Decant Officer to support the smooth relocation of residents during housing refurbishment, redevelopment, or regeneration projects.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and manage the decanting process for tenants and leaseholders, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Liaise with residents, housing officers, contractors, and other stakeholders to coordinate moves.
• Assess individual housing needs and provide tailored support throughout the relocation process.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with housing policies and legal requirements.
• Monitor progress and resolve issues promptly to keep projects on schedule.
• Support the delivery of temporary and permanent rehousing solutions.
• About You:
• Ideally, experience in housing, relocation, or tenant liaison roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism is beneficial.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple cases simultaneously.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and decant policies is desirable.

If interested, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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