Private Sector Housing Liaison Officer

at  Chichester District Council

HOUY24N007

We are looking for a highly motivated, self-sufficient and resilient candidate to undertake this vital role with the Housing, Revenues and Benefits Division.
We have recently undertaken a review of how we can access the private rented sector to meet increased housing need and as such this role is critical to the overall success.
The post holder will be responsible for developing relationships within the private rented sector and ultimately responsible for increasing the supply of private rented properties to help prevent and relieve homelessness. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with drive and the ability to build relationships externally.
You will possess a good knowledge of the local area and housing market and have a wider awareness of both local and national factors affecting housing overall. You will possess strong networking and influencing skills along with the ability to work effectively across teams and external organisations. The successful candidate will need to solution focussed and able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment. If this sounds like a role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information about the post please contact Tom Polhill on tpolhill@chichester.gov.uk
Assessment & Interview Date: 10th & 11th September 2024

Employee benefits include:

• Excellent defined benefits Pension Scheme
• Minimum 26 days holiday going up to 31 days after 5 years (or before with previous service) plus paid Bank Holidays
• Flexi-time (available for most positions) - potential to build up an extra 12 days leave a year
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home and 9-day fortnight options
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their relatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme/Car and Cycle Loan Scheme/discounted city centre parking/ Lease Car Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives including free health checks and free eye tests plus subsidised leisure centre membership
• Payment of your main professional subscription fee.
• Training and development opportunities – including funding of professional qualification training
• Staff Awards Scheme

Chichester District Council has a commitment to Equality of Opportunity in Employment. If you have a disability which makes it difficult for you to complete our application form please contact the HR Section who will assist you.

Please refer the Job description for details