Strategic Rent & Service Charge Lead (Housing)

Eastlight Community Homes; Braintree; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent social housing provider in the UK is seeking a Rent & Service Charge Manager to lead their finance team. This role involves managing the rent and service charge functions, ensuring compliance with housing regulations. You will drive annual rent reviews, coordinate budget consultations, and help develop the team for continuous improvement. The role offers a competitive salary of £56,520 per annum and an inclusive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified candidates.

Benefits

Group stakeholder pension plan

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual wellbeing grant of £200

Trailblazing family leave

BHSF healthcare cash plan

Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of housing regulations, rent standards, and service charge compliance is essential.
• Proven experience in managing rent and service charge processes within a housing or property environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Eastlight’s rent and service charge functions ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Lead on annual rent reviews and service charge estimates.
• Produce reports for leadership and the Board.
• Monitor key performance indicators.

Skills

Knowledge of housing regulations

Service charge compliance

Data analytics

Team management

Job description

A prominent social housing provider in the UK is seeking a Rent & Service Charge Manager to lead their finance team. This role involves managing the rent and service charge functions, ensuring compliance with housing regulations. You will drive annual rent reviews, coordinate budget consultations, and help develop the team for continuous improvement. The role offers a competitive salary of £56,520 per annum and an inclusive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified candidates.