Job Description
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Housing Allocations Officer to join a busy housing team. You will play a key role in delivering the organisation’s housing allocation scheme, ensuring properties are allocated fairly, efficiently and in line with policy, legislation and service targets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in housing allocations, lettings or homelessness services who is passionate about making a real difference to residents.Key Responsibilities
- Manage the allocation of social housing in line with the organisation’s allocation scheme and relevant legislation
- Process nominations, shortlisting and offers for council and Registered Provider properties
- Coordinate the letting of temporary accommodation including PSL, hostels and PRS placements
- Liaise with Registered Providers, landlords and internal teams to maintain housing supply pipelines
- Assess housing applications and ensure accurate banding and priority decisions
- Monitor voids and ensure timely turnaround and re-letting of properties
- Maintain accurate records and produce performance reports and statistics
- Respond to enquiries from applicants, MPs, councillors and other stakeholders
- Support regeneration and decant programmes where required
About You
- Experience working in housing xwzovoh allocations, lettings or a similar role
- Strong knowledge of housing legislation, allocation schemes and homelessness duties
- Experience working with Registered Providers and nomination agreements
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong IT and data management skills
If you have the relevent skills then apply!