Housing Solutions & Property Sourcing Officer

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Birmingham; Presencial; GBP 37.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Birmingham City Council is seeking an Accommodation Finding Officer to source and secure housing solutions through the private rented sector and other providers. You will work with landlords, housing associations and partner organisations to increase available homes and support homelessness duties.

The role is permanent, 36.5 hours per week, with a focus on achieving statutory homelessness responsibilities and service improvements. DBS checks and right-to-work requirements apply.

Formación

• Experience in property procurement, estate agency, sales, business development or related sector.
• Strong knowledge of property procurement and the private rented sector.
• Experience building relationships with landlords, customers and external stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding targets and performance measures.
• Knowledge of property standards and housing-related legislation.
• Strong communication, organisational and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyse information and present solutions to a range of audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• A full driving licence and the ability to travel across Birmingham.

Responsabilidades

• Identifying and procuring suitable properties in and around Birmingham.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords, housing providers and key stakeholders.
• Negotiating tenancy arrangements and housing solutions for homeless households.
• Assessing property suitability and ensuring accommodation meets required standards and legislation.
• Supporting tenancy set-up processes, including agreements, inventories and incentive schemes.
• Researching market opportunities and identifying new housing supply options.
• Monitoring property portfolios and maintaining accurate property information systems.
• Supporting service improvement projects, performance monitoring and reporting activities.

Conocimientos

Property procurement

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Birmingham City Council is seeking an Accommodation Finding Officer to source and secure housing solutions through the private rented sector and other providers. You will work with landlords, housing associations and partner organisations to increase available homes and support homelessness duties.

The role is permanent, 36.5 hours per week, with a focus on achieving statutory homelessness responsibilities and service improvements. DBS checks and right-to-work requirements apply.