Summary: The Acquisitions Officer role involves procuring private sector accommodation to meet housing needs, developing marketing strategies, and maintaining relationships with landlords. The position requires compliance with housing standards and the administration of landlord incentive schemes. The role is based in Ealing, West London, and offers a mix of office and remote work. It is a 3-month contract with an immediate start date.

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 Skills:

• 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.

Salary (Rate): £29.05

City: Ealing

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other