Housing Access & Private Lettings Liaison (Hybrid)

Nottingham City Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Social Lettings Officer at Loxley House in Nottingham to enhance access to private sector housing and prevent homelessness. The role emphasizes early intervention and collaboration with landlords, letting agencies, and portfolio holders to improve housing options for residents of the city.

The post requires knowledge of housing legislation in both public and private sectors, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to delivering a

Qualifications

• Experience with landlords, letting agencies and portfolio holders.
• Good knowledge of housing legislation in both public and private sectors.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to write letters and reports.
• Ability to visit and inspect properties to identify hazards and disrepair.
• Commitment to providing high-quality customer-focused service.
• DBS enhanced check is required for this post.

Responsibilities

• Enhance accessibility to private sector housing options.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve housing options and prevent homelessness through early intervention.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver housing solutions and drive sustainable outcomes.

Skills

Landlord relations

Housing legislation knowledge

Written/verbal communication

Property inspection

Customer focus

Job description

Nottingham City Council is seeking a Social Lettings Officer at Loxley House in Nottingham to enhance access to private sector housing and prevent homelessness. The role emphasizes early intervention and collaboration with landlords, letting agencies, and portfolio holders to improve housing options for residents of the city.

The post requires knowledge of housing legislation in both public and private sectors, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to delivering a