Property Procurement Officer

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

Job summary

Hestia is seeking a Property Procurement Officer to source housing for individuals supported by homelessness prevention projects. You will negotiate with landlords and agents to secure safe, affordable options and maintain comprehensive records.

The role emphasizes working in a target-driven environment, understanding the UK housing market, and collaborating with partners to deliver stable, long-term accommodation for those at risk of homelessness.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Housing Law, Tenancy Management or Homelessness Prevention.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience coordinating with landlords, agents and partners.

Responsibilities

• Procure safe, affordable housing for individuals supported by homelessness services.
• Negotiate tenancy agreements and monitor housing options against safety standards.
• Maintain records and manage housing risks in fast-paced environment.

Skills

Housing knowledge

Tenancy management

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Education

Housing law training

Job description

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence.

Right now, we are looking for a Property Procurement Officer to play a pivotal role in our Homelessness Service in Aldgate.

The Property Procurement Officer sources safe, affordable, and high-quality housing for individuals supported by homelessness prevention and resettlement projects. Working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, the role involves negotiating with landlords, letting agents, and stakeholders in both private and social housing sectors. Strong negotiation, organisation, and relationship-building skills are essential. The officer's work directly supports vulnerable individuals at risk of homelessness, helping them secure stable, long-term accommodation.

By meeting targets and maintaining high standards, the role plays a vital part in delivering positive housing outcomes for those in need.

What do I need to bring with me?

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here’s what the team will be looking for

The ideal candidate will have knowledge or training in Housing Law, Tenancy Management, or Homelessness Prevention, along with a strong understanding of the UK housing market, particularly the private rented sector and challenges of sourcing affordable housing. They will possess experience in letting, property procurement, or tenancy management, and be skilled in negotiating tenancy agreements and building partnerships. A track record of achieving targets in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment is essential. The role requires excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage records, identify housing risks, and work both independently and collaboratively to support vulnerable individuals, including those at risk of homelessness.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!

Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.