Housing Benefit Appeals Specialist (3-Month Contract)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Housing Benefit appeals specialist to join a local authority on a 3-month contract. You will review, prepare, and submit Tribunal submissions for specified and exempt accommodation cases, ensuring compliance with deadlines and legal requirements.

The role requires strong knowledge of Housing Benefit regulations, dispute resolution, and the ability to interpret case law. Working hours are 35 per week, with application closing on 9 June 2026.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Housing Benefit administration, including appeals or dispute resolution.
• Strong knowledge of specified and exempt accommodation cases.
• Experience preparing Tribunal submissions and managing cases to deadlines.
• Ability to interpret complex legislation and case law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Housing Benefit appeals, including specified and exempt accommodation cases.
• Review decisions to determine whether cases should be revised, withdrawn, or progressed to Tribunal.
• Prepare and submit high-quality Tribunal documentation, including Statements of Case, written submissions, and evidence bundles.
• Ensure all appeals are progressed in line with statutory deadlines and Tribunal requirements.
• Represent the organisation at Tribunal hearings where required.
• Apply and interpret Housing Benefit Regulations, DWP guidance, and relevant case law.
• Assess whether cases meet the legal definition of specified and exempt accommodation.
• Review complex issues including rent liability, support provision, contrived tenancies, and commerciality.
• Evaluate rent levels, eligible service charges, and restriction decisions.

Skills

Housing Benefit administration

Appeals & tribunals

Case management

Legal interpretation

Education

Relevant qualification in Housing/Law/Public Administration

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Housing Benefit appeals specialist to join a local authority on a 3-month contract. You will review, prepare, and submit Tribunal submissions for specified and exempt accommodation cases, ensuring compliance with deadlines and legal requirements.

The role requires strong knowledge of Housing Benefit regulations, dispute resolution, and the ability to interpret case law. Working hours are 35 per week, with application closing on 9 June 2026.