JT Recruit are currently looking for an Income officer on behalf of our client who are a local authority. This role is working 37 hours a week and initially a 6 month contract starting 01/08. This role will become permanent for the right candidate.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, and self-motivated individual to join our top quartile performing Income Recovery Team within our Housing Management Department.

About the role:

• Assist customers in meeting their rent liabilities and take appropriate action to achieve this.
• Monitoring and managing all aspects of rent recovery.
• Providing timely money advice and support to maximise household income.
• Visiting customers in their own home.
• Preparation of legal documentation
• Attendance at Court.

About you:

• Previous experience of working in income collection/recovery
• Ability to demonstrate your knowledge of current social housing issues, debt recovery legislation, and welfare benefits.
• You must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can work on your own initiative.
• You will require 3 x GCSEs Grade A C to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills or equivalent.
• Full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle during working hours are essential.

Rate of Pay:

£15.43 ph

To be considered for this role please apply online with an up to date CV.