Housing Procurement Specialist: Secure Safe, Affordable Homes

Hestia; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hestia in London is seeking a Property Procurement Officer to source safe, affordable housing for individuals supported by homelessness services. The role involves negotiating with landlords and letting agents to secure suitable accommodation while building partnerships with stakeholders.

You will work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, manage records, assess housing risks, and support vulnerable clients to achieve stable, long-term housing outcomes, guided by our commitment to equality

Qualifications

• Knowledge or training in Housing Law, Tenancy Management, or Homelessness Prevention.
• Strong understanding of the UK housing market, especially private rented sector.

Responsibilities

• Source safe, affordable housing for individuals in homelessness prevention projects.
• Negotiate tenancy agreements with landlords, letting agents and stakeholders.
• Build partnerships with landlords and social housing providers.
• Manage records and identify housing risks to support vulnerable individuals.

Skills

Housing Law

Tenancy Management

Homelessness Prevention

Negotiation

Record keeping

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Hestia in London is seeking a Property Procurement Officer to source safe, affordable housing for individuals supported by homelessness services. The role involves negotiating with landlords and letting agents to secure suitable accommodation while building partnerships with stakeholders.

You will work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, manage records, assess housing risks, and support vulnerable clients to achieve stable, long-term housing outcomes, guided by our commitment to equality