Subsidy Officer – 6 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess and process Housing Benefit claims in line with relevant legislation and guidelines.
  
  


• Conduct thorough subsidy checks and verify Housing Benefit claims.
  
  


• Assist in the preparation and submission of Housing Benefit Subsidy Returns and Claims.
  
  


• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during subsidy audits.
  
  


• Identify potential subsidy risks and implement strategies to enhance subsidy performance.
  
  


• Maximize subsidy income while minimizing financial losses for the Council.
  
  


• Monitor quality standards and pinpoint areas for improvement.
  
  


• Support the Training and Resilience Team by identifying training needs through subsidy checking activities.
  
  


• Offer technical advice and guidance on Housing Benefit assessments and subsidy regulations.
  
  


• Maintain precise records and documentation to meet audit requirements.
  
  


• Ensure compliance with Housing Benefit legislation, guidance, and best practices.
  
  

Essential

• Extensive experience in Housing Benefits Administration.
  
  


• Proven expertise in Housing Benefit Subsidy work.
  
  


• Experience in completing or supporting:
  
  
  
  • Subsidy Claims
    
    
  
  
  • Subsidy Returns
    
    
  
  
  • Subsidy Audits
    
    
  
  


• Experience working with auditors and understanding audit processes.
  
  


• In-depth knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Housing Benefit Regulations
    
    
  
  
  • Subsidy Rules
    
    
  
  
  • DWP Guidance
    
    
  
  


• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
  
  


• Ability to identify subsidy errors and opportunities for recovery.
  
  


• Competence in reviewing complex Housing Benefit cases accurately.
  
  


• Keen attention to detail.
  
  


• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in Local Authority Revenues and Benefits.
  
  


• Experience in providing technical training or mentoring to Benefits Officers.
  
  


• Familiarity with Revenues and Benefits software systems.
  
  


• IRRV qualification or equivalent benefits qualification.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)
  
  


• 6 Month Contract
  
  


• Hybrid Working
  
  


• Basic DBS Required
  
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  
  


• Opportunity to contribute to a high-performing Revenues and Benefits service.
  
  


• Key role in maximizing Housing Benefit Subsidy income.
  
  


• Exposure to subsidy audits, technical reviews, and quality assurance activities.