Right to Buy Officer
Location:East London
Rate:20.91 per hour (umbrella)
ALocal Authority in East Londonis seeking anAssistant Right to Buy Officerto support the administration and delivery of itsRight to Buy and Home Ownershipservices.
Role Overview:
You will assist in the smooth processing of Right to Buy (RTB) applications and other low-cost home ownership schemes, ensuring all procedures comply with relevant housing legislation and council policies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with developing and maintaining procedures for processingRight to Buy applicationsin line with theHousing Act 1985 (as amended).
- Support the Right to Buy Leasehold Officers in preparing documentation for council house sales, including checking applications for completeness, accuracy, and legal compliance.
- Carry out administrative duties forCash Incentive Schemes,Shared Ownership staircasing,Rent to Mortgage, and otherLow-Cost Home Ownership initiatives.
- Prepare recommendations for acceptance onto relevant schemes.
- Maintain accurate records and provide excellent administrative support to ensure efficient service delivery.
Experience & Skills Required:
- Experience usingIT systems, includingMicrosoft Office, databases, andHousing Management systems.
- Understanding ofPart V of the Housing Act 1985and its application to Right to Buy processes.
- Strongverbal and written communication skillswith attention to detail.
- Previous experience in ahousing or local governmentsetting is desirable.