Job Description

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Lambeth Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a PRS Letting Negotiator this role will be: SW2 1RW Hybrid 2 days office based 3 days remote

The right candidate will:

To lead on securing through individual negotiations a supply of private rented accommodation at affordable renting levels to use to meet housing needs.

The post holder will authorise payments and ensure supply by negotiating rents and offering payments from the homelessness prevention fund to secure properties for a range of customer groups, including homelessness prevention and relief cases, move on from supported housing and move on from temporary accommodation

• To operate a property finding service by generating leads from a variety of sources including known landlords, web sites, publications and cold calling.
• To provide information to landlords on services available, assist landlords in
• completing any property related administration and keep accurate records of all landlords contact details.
• To provide information to landlords on their responsibilities and advise them on how to meet them.
• To carry out inspections of properties and write property inspection reports in order to assess their suitability for households in housing need, investigate any disrepair issues, identify potential health and safety hazards and make recommendations.

We require the following:

• Experience of negotiation and telephone based sales in a sales / procurement environment.
• Experience of providing quality advice and information to members of the public and of handling complaints and enquiries.
• Knowledge of legislation and good practice relating to housing advice, homelessness, housing management and the allocation of housing, with a good practical understanding of the range of housing problems people may experience.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,