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Leasehold Officer

believe housing

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United Kingdom , Seaham and Bishop Auckland

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Not provided

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Salary:

37691.00 - 39036.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

we’re on the lookout for a leasehold officer to join the believe housing team 12-month fixed term basis. This is an exciting opportunity if you want to make a real difference. ‘We believe in life without barriers. If you aren’t sure you meet 100% of the criteria but think you would be great in this role, don’t let that stop you; we would love to hear from you. We’re interested in your skills, knowledge and experience, as well as your personal values. We’re committed to supporting everyone here at believe housing and being an inclusive organisation.

Job Responsibility:

provide an excellent, compliant leasehold service that ensures all statutory/contractual obligations are met, service charges are accurately set and recovered, customer queries are resolved promptly, and communal areas are managed effectively

Requirements:

  • You will be the organisation’s subject matter expert for all leasehold matters, Section 20 consultations and service charge recovery, supporting the organisation’s asset strategy and financial performance
  • Act as the first point of contact for leaseholders and freeholders, delivering timely and accurate advice around lease obligations, service charges, repairs responsibilities, alterations, consents and our policies
  • Manage a caseload of complex enquiries and disputes, negotiating pragmatic resolutions and escalating to legal services where necessary
  • Undertake visits to leaseholders to carry out inspections, resolve queries and commence enforcement action where required
  • Prepare information for Leasehold Property Enquiry (LPE) packs and respond to enquiries in relation to the sale, assignment and purchase of a leasehold property
  • Assist leaseholders with their right to collective enfranchisement, liaising with legal services as necessary
What we offer:
  • annual leave entitlement (up to 33 days, plus four volunteering days per year)
  • competitive pension scheme
  • flexible ‘working the believe way’ patterns that put your wellbeing front and centre

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 25, 2026

Expiration:
February 08, 2026

Work Type:
Hybrid work
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