Housing Solutions Reviews Officer Job at Vox Consultants (Lambeth)

Housing Solutions Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Housing Solutions Officer based in Sout...

Location

United Kingdom , South West London

Salary:

26.56 GBP / Hour

Vox Consultants

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MUST HAVE recent experience as a Housing Solutions Officer within a UK local authority/housing options service
Strong, current knowledge of HRA 2017, Housing Act 1996 Part VII, Homelessness Code of Guidance, Domestic Abuse Act 2021, and interfaces with the Care Act/Children Act
Proven track record drafting robust s184 decisions and PHPs
Confident with suitability, local connection, intentionality and priority need assessments

Job Responsibility

Assess & decide homelessness applications under Part VII Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017: s189A assessments, Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) and s184 decisions with clear reasoning
Prevent & relieve homelessness: landlord negotiation, PRS access, mediation, DHP signposting, Sanctuary Scheme, and multi-agency interventions
Case management across prevention/relief/main duty stages (s195, s189B, s193), maintaining accurate records, evidence, and audit trails to KPI/SLA standards
Temporary accommodation (TA): arrange placements, conduct suitability checks, manage move-on plans and PRSO/PRSO suitability reviews
Complaints & legal: contribute to s202 reviews, prepare bundles, respond to pre-action, and apply the Code of Guidance consistently
Safeguarding & partnerships: work with children’s/adults’ services, VAWG/refuge providers, health, probation and voluntary sector partners
Data & performance: update systems (e.g., Jigsaw/Locata/Northgate/iWorld/Civica), support P1E/DELTA returns, and drive TA reductions

Fulltime

New

Housing and benefits officer

This is a specialist role that works closely with homelessness, and officers wor...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

17.00 - 30.00 GBP / Hour

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience working in a similar role, preferably within housing options, homelessness prevention, or social housing
Knowledge of housing legislation, policies, and procedures, including the Homelessness Reduction Act, the Children Act, the Care Act, and the Welfare Reform Act
Knowledge of relevant services and benefits to best support applicants experiencing housing problems and at risk of homelessness
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and accessible manner
Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently, and meet deadlines
Educated in a relevant area of study at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent
Experience providing an effective service to members of the public
Experience working alongside vulnerable customers
Substantial practical experience of Housing Benefit/Council Tax Benefit/Support assessment work in a back-office environment
Experience of using a PC to update records and extract information

Job Responsibility

Providing advice, assistance, and support to individuals and families seeking housing solutions, and actively working to reduce homelessness in the community
To contribute to the provision of high performing customer centred financial assessment service
Build relationships with those at risk within the community, support them and offer realistic housing options advice to prevent homelessness
Develop, update review, and implement Personalised Housing Plans for customers
Assess Housing Needs: Conduct thorough assessments of individuals and families to determine their housing needs and eligibility for different housing options
Responsibility for undertaking any revision to entitlement/contribution for Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support including more complex calculations in respect of self-employed, students, etc
Make decisions on and implement Housing Benefit/Council Tax Support backdating requests
Liaise with external partners, including local authorities, housing associations, support agencies, to facilitate housing solutions and ensure effective service delivery
Work with Finance and Housing and External Partners including the Department for Work and Pensions and where appropriate the Business Transformation Partner to ensure delivery and performance targets are met
Develop working relationships with colleagues, as well as key partners including statutory services, local landlords, and other housing organisations

What we offer

Accrued Holiday Pay (on top of hourly rate)

Fulltime

Eligibility Specialist

World Relief is seeking an Eligibility Specialist to assess, verify, and determi...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hour

Latino Memphis

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Mature and personal Christian faith
Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
Minimum one year of experience in case management, benefits eligibility, social services, or related administrative role
Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or related field
or equivalent work experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with data entry or case management software
Excellent ability to manage paperwork, track deadlines, and maintain detailed and accurate records
Ability to identify barriers to client eligibility and work toward practical solutions

Job Responsibility

Conduct intake assessments to verify client eligibility for federal, state, and local benefits and services in accordance with program guidelines
Assist clients in completing applications for public benefits, such as SNAP, TANF, Medicaid/CHIP, housing assistance, and other community-based programs
Collect, review, and process client documentation to ensure compliance with program and funder requirements
Provide orientation and training for clients to understand their rights, responsibilities, and available resources
Refer clients to internal or external programs when needs extend beyond eligibility services, including employment, healthcare, and legal services
Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files in case management systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational and funder standards
Assist in preparing reports on client eligibility, applications submitted, and outcomes achieved
Ensure that all eligibility assessments and application processes adhere to local, state, and federal regulations as well as World Relief policies
Identify gaps in service delivery and recommend improvements to streamline eligibility workflows and client access to benefits
Work closely with case managers and program specialists to ensure clients receive coordinated services

What we offer

competitive benefits package
employee discount program
Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation

Fulltime

Principal In-House Counsel

Vivid Resourcing are working in partnership with a progressive London Borough to...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

Not provided

Vivid Resourcing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

UK Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX
Extensive experience working within the Local Government legal framework, including governance and decision-making processes
Proven ability to manage a varied and complex legal caseload in a flexible and agile manner
Strong political awareness with experience operating effectively in a political environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders
Fully IT competent and comfortable working in a remote or hybrid environment while maintaining excellent client care
Significant experience advising on procurement, subsidy control, and land matters (including disposal, acquisition, and appropriation for housing purposes)
Ability to support the Monitoring Officer in relation to Member Standards matters
Strong understanding of local authority governance and Cabinet processes

Job Responsibility

Act as the central senior legal adviser within a small in-house legal team, supporting high-profile and transformational projects
Report directly to the Director of Law and Governance (Monitoring Officer)
Review and advise on Cabinet reports to ensure legal compliance, robust governance, and sound decision-making
Engage early with client officers to shape projects and address key legal and governance issues
Deliver high-quality, pragmatic, and solution-focused legal advice across the organisation
Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior officers, Members, and external stakeholders
Provide commercially aware advice on complex legal and governance matters
Champion organisational values and innovative ways of working to support transformation

Parttime

Commercial Account Executive

Account Executive role responsible for building and maintaining long-term relati...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum Cert CII, working towards Diploma level
Strong influencing and communication skills
Effective at managing customer expectations and working to strict deadlines
Problem-solving and analytical skills
Extensive knowledge of company processes and business goals
Target-driven, highly motivated, and a self-starter
Decisive and a team player
Technical knowledge in Financial Services market and regulatory framework
Microsoft Office skills
Acturis experience desired

Job Responsibility

Achieve annual and monthly new business and retention targets through networking and relationship building
Support strategic profitable growth by managing a portfolio of Corporate-level clients
Deliver account management services and present new business presentations to clients
Review client needs and offer solutions, utilising the company's in-house claims service
Keep up to date with regulatory changes within the industry
Act as a knowledge base and support for all members of the company

Fulltime

Commercial Account Executive

Account Executive role responsible for building and maintaining long-term relati...

Location

United Kingdom , Durham

Salary:

50000.00 - 70000.00 GBP / Year

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum Cert CII, working towards Diploma level
Strong influencing and communication skills
Effective at managing customer expectations and working to strict deadlines
Problem-solving and analytical skills
Extensive knowledge of company processes and business goals
Target-driven, highly motivated, and a self-starter
Decisive and a team player
Technical knowledge in Financial Services market and regulatory framework
Microsoft Office skills
Acturis experience desired

Job Responsibility

Achieve annual and monthly new business and retention targets through networking and relationship building
Support strategic profitable growth by managing a portfolio of Corporate-level clients
Deliver account management services and present new business presentations to clients
Review client needs and offer solutions, utilising the company's in-house claims service
Keep up to date with regulatory changes within the industry
Act as a knowledge base and support for all members of the company

Fulltime

Technical Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to support the Head of T...

Location

United Kingdom , Long Stratton, Norwich, Norfolk

Salary:

Not provided

Saffron Housing Trust

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Individual who is qualified as an Engineer or a Quantity Surveyor - HNC in Engineering, RIBA qualified or NVQ Level 5 in a relevant subject
Demonstrable effective experience of working for a major housebuilder or contractor in a similar role or at the level of Design/Technical Manager
Proven ability to manage technical documentation and information flow
Excellent communicator, with high detail orientation
Extensive experience of working within established development methodologies
Knowledge and understanding of the major functions within the remit of Technical services and how they impact on site acquisition and development
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities
Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reviewing technical information
IT literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job Responsibility

Assess potential developments and production of detailed technical reports, including site visits with the appropriate members of the management team to ensure the best cost engineered solution is produced for the land
Effectively manage the Team (Internal and External) to ensure the provision of required level of services in a pro-active and professional manner to enable other departments to fulfil their role
Ensure that schemes are designed to Crocus’ standards to suit building, marketing and economic considerations and demonstrate clear understanding and knowledge of external factors including Local Authority Planning and Highways, Drainage undertakers, Service companies, Local Committees, Action Groups and Resident issues as required
Production of engineering site feasibilities with liaison with heads of department and external authorities and agencies to achieve best standards for Crocus
Develop good working relationships with Local Authorities and ensure knowledge of Local Authorities, and knowledge of the many techniques applicable to the Housing Industry to ensure easy approvals and fast, marketable, economic house building

What we offer

Covers the membership fee of one professional body relevant to your job role, and excellent opportunities for training & courses
Generous holiday entitlement, Holiday Trading, Volunteer and study days, and Enhanced Family Leave
Access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing check-ins
Aviva Pension Scheme
Choose your contribution and Saffron match up to 10%, and we offer Life Assurance cover
Bupa Private Medical Insurance, Medicash Cashback Plan [eligible after probation completion]
Cycle to work, and Tusker Car Scheme

Fulltime

Deputy Director of Strategic Initiatives

Under general direction from the TIDA Director, the Deputy Director of Strategic...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

196612.00 - 250978.00 USD / Year ▼

City and County of San Francisco

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
Four (4) or more years of demonstrated managerial experience in directly designing, planning, regulating, permitting, or directly coordinating the construction/delivery of large-scale mixed-use or public-private partnership (P3) redevelopment or development projects, or large-scale capital projects or transportation projects including multiple right-of way components, and the involvement and approval of multiple public agencies
All four (4) years of this experience must have included the direct supervision of professional staff engaged in the above activities

Job Responsibility

Managing and directing TIDA’s engineering, planning and communications staff to ensure high performance, accountability, professional development and effective collaboration in achieving TIDA’s redevelopment goals, priority initiatives and milestones
Monitoring project milestones and performance indicators
and overseeing progress on project delivery pursuant to and in compliance with the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) and related plans
Facilitating the efficient and effective review and approval of infrastructure plans and permits (including subdivision mapping actions and construction management oversight of new public infrastructure) and coordinating new infrastructure acceptance and transfer of assets to responsible City departments
Collaborating closely with the principal developer (TICD) on infrastructure delivery, construction management, interagency coordination, funding goals and resource allocations
and serving as the primary liaison between TICD and the public agencies responsible to implement project delivery
Working with the TIDA Director and the Chief Operating Officer to support public transit planning, construction and integration (including on-island transportation as well as ferry service) in collaboration with local and regional agencies
Partnering closely with the TIDA Director, the Chief Operating Officer and the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development to coordinate and drive the successful delivery of new affordable housing
Working with the TIDA Director to develop and advance TIDA’s public affairs, legislative and political strategy, with a focus on being proactive, solutions-oriented, transparent, inclusive and community-focused
Supporting TIDA’s efforts on strengthening community engagement frameworks to deliver community benefits, including housing production and workforce goals

Fulltime

Housing Solutions Reviews Officer

Vox Consultants

Location:
United Kingdom , Lambeth

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

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