Are you an experienced Housing, Tenancy or Estate Management professional looking for your next contract opportunity?
We are currently supporting a Local Authority in Leicestershire that is seeking a Tenancy Management & Estate Officer to join their Housing team on an initial 3-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with residents, managing their own patch, and delivering a high-quality tenancy management service.
The Role
Working across a patch of approximately 800 council-owned properties, you will be responsible for managing a range of tenancy and estate management duties while maintaining strong relationships with residents and local stakeholders.
This is a hybrid position, with 3 days spent on patch and 2 days working from home.
Key Responsibilities
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Managing low-level rent arrears and supporting tenancy sustainment
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Investigating and resolving low-level anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases
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Carrying out tenancy audits, tenancy visits and estate inspections
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Undertaking garden inspections and estate management duties
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Coordinating repairs and monitoring contractor performance
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Conducting fire safety checks and ensuring compliance requirements are met
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Working closely with residents to resolve tenancy-related issues
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Maintaining accurate records and case management systems
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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Previous experience within a Housing Officer, Assistant Housing Officer, Estate Officer, Tenancy Officer or similar role
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Experience managing a housing or tenancy caseload independently
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Knowledge of tenancy management and estate management practices
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Experience dealing with low-level rent arrears and ASB cases
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Strong communication and resident engagement skills
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The ability to effectively manage a patch and prioritise workload
What's on Offer?
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Initial 3-month contract
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Strong possibility of extension
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Hybrid working arrangement
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Competitive day rate, negotiable depending on experience
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Opportunity to gain valuable Local Authority experience