Senior Housing Benefit Officer

Senior Housing Benefit Officer needed in North London Paying £18.21 per hr Ref 012812

Full time hrs on a temporary basis

Responsibilities:

• Manage a team responsible for delivering financial assistance towards rent, council tax, and social care costs for approximately 21,000 households (1 in 5) who are the most vulnerable residents in the Borough.
• Ensure the efficient and effective administration of housing benefits, maintaining high standards of service delivery.
• Oversee the submission and presentation of housing benefit appeals, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the housing benefit service, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Engage with residents and stakeholders to address concerns and provide information about housing benefits and related services.
• Maintain accurate records and reports on housing benefit activities and outcomes.

  If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to  quoting the reference number.

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