Job Description
Adecco are proud to be recruiting for a Housing Officer on behalf of a large London local authority. Role Details Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Temporary assignment - 3 months with likely extension 22.41 per hour PAYE / 29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid working - typically 2 to 3 days in the office and on patch, remainder working from home IT equipment provided Mileage and travel expenses claimable for visits Parking permit provided for estate inspections and visits Patch size: approximately 690 properties Immediate start available About the Role As a Housing Officer, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, customer-focused housing management service across a defined patch of properties. You will act as the main point of contact for residents, ensuring tenancy obligations are met, neighbourhood standards are maintained, and residents receive an excellent service. This role places a strong emphasis on tenancy management, estate management, resident engagement, and partnership working. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of tenancies and leasehold matters within a designated patch. Investigate and resolve anti-social behaviour cases, working closely with residents and partner agencies. Conduct tenancy audits, property inspections, estate inspections, and pre-termination visits. Support residents to sustain their tenancies and access appropriate services. Ensure compliance with tenancy conditions and take enforcement action where required, including preparing legal casework. Identify environmental and estate improvement opportunities and coordinate actions with internal teams and contractors. Respond to enquiries from elected members, resident groups, solicitors, and members of the public. Build effective working relationships with stakeholders including police, health services, support agencies, and community groups. Monitor communal repairs, health and safety issues, and estate standards, escalating