Income Officer

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

25/12/2025

We're seeking a pro active and experienced Income Officer to join our social housing client on a temporary basis.

This role is essential in ensuring accurate income management and delivering excellent customer service to tenants and stakeholders.

Your new role:

• Manage a caseload of rent accounts, identifying residents at risk of tenancy failure and taking early action to prevent arrears escalation.
• Conduct face to face tenant visits to discuss arrears and provide support, working collaboratively with internal teams to sustain tenancies.
• Agree affordable repayment plans and signpost tenants to external money advice services.
• Attend meetings with partner agencies (e.g., DWP, Local Authorities) to resolve benefit queries.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records in line with policies and procedures.
• Contribute to achieving income collection targets and compliance standards.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Proven experience in income management or rent collection within social housing.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload.
• Good knowledge of housing legislation, welfare reform, and best practice.
• Full UK driving licence with business insurance (essential for travel).

What you'll get in return:

• Competitive hourly rates.
• Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make immediate impact.

What you need to do now:

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up to date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.