Acquisitions Officer

JOB TITLE: Acquisitions Officer
LOCATION: Ealing West London, W5 2HL / 2 days office / 3 days remote

PAY RATE: 22.33 PAYE / 29.05 umbrella per hour
START DATE: ASAP
DURATION/Hours: 3-month initial contract/ 35 hours a week
IR35 STATUS: Inside

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure a sufficient supply of private sector accommodation to meet the needs of clients in housing need.
• Develop and implement marketing and procurement strategies to maximize the availability of affordable accommodation.
• Provide advice, support, and encouragement to landlords, increasing the number of directly managed units.
• Maintain effective relationships with new and existing accommodation suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with housing standards and regulations, including property inspections and safety checks.
• Administer landlord incentive schemes and prepare relevant documentation.
• Promote the Council's private sector schemes through campaigns, seminars, and training.
• Organize and manage the annual Landlords Forum.
• Provide support to landlords through forums, newsletters, and up-to-date website information.
• Prepare lease and contract documentation and manage end-of-lease negotiations.
• Respond to enquiries from clients, MPs, Councillors, and other stakeholders.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Number of properties acquired according to scheme
• Number of landlords accredited
• Number of leases extended
• Reduction of households in B&B Shared Accommodation
• Delivery of private sector leased accommodation at nil cost to the Council

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience working with private sector landlords
• Knowledge of temporary housing subsidy systems and welfare benefits
• Understanding of the private sector rental market and procurement processes
• Familiarity with homelessness legislation and property inspections
• Strong negotiating skills and ability to manage own workload
• Effective team player with excellent communication skills

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