Lettings Officer – Housing Association
Temporary Assignment | 2 Months | Competitive Rate
Ready for your next opportunity to make a difference?
We’re looking for a proactive, customer-focused Lettings Officer to join a busy housing association on a temporary 2-month assignment. If you have experience in social housing lettings, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about helping people find a place to call home, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
The Role
As a Lettings Officer, you’ll play a key role in delivering an efficient, customer-focused lettings service, helping to ensure properties are let promptly and applicants receive a positive experience throughout the process.
Your key responsibilities will include:
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Managing the end-to-end lettings process, from nominations and allocations through to sign-up.
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Liaising with prospective tenants, local authorities and partner agencies.
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Conducting affordability, eligibility and verification checks in line with relevant policies and procedures.
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Coordinating property viewings, offers and tenancy sign-ups.
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Monitoring vacant properties and helping to minimise turnaround times and rent loss.
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Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with lettings policies and relevant legislation.
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Providing excellent customer service, handling queries and supporting applicants throughout their journey.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is organised, adaptable and confident managing competing priorities.
ESSENTIAL:
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Previous experience in a lettings, allocations or housing management role, preferably within social housing.
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A good understanding of housing allocations, tenancy sign-ups and the lettings process.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
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Strong administration, organisational and IT skills.
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A customer-focused approach, with the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally.
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The ability to hit the ground running and work independently in a temporary assignment.
What’s on Offer?
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Competitive rate of pay
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An initial 2-month temporary assignment
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The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a housing association
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A rewarding role where your work directly supports individuals and families in accessing housing
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The chance to make an immediate impact within a busy lettings team
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Lettings Officer looking for your next temporary opportunity and can make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you
