Sr Benefits Officer

Position: Sr Housing Benefits Officer
Location: North West London

Title:

Senior Housing Benefits Officer
Sector:
Local Authority / Housing Benefits

Contract:

6-Month Contract

Location:

UK - 4 days office-based, 1 day remote
Pay:
Competitive hourly rate | Inside IR35

Role Overview :
We are recruiting an experienced Senior Housing Benefits Officer to support a local authority Housing Benefits service. The role focuses on assessing complex claims, managing appeals, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. This opportunity is well suited to candidates with prior Housing Benefits experience or a background within a local authority or housing association.

Key Responsibilities:

Assess complex Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims
Manage appeals and prepare tribunal submissions
Provide technical advice and quality assurance support to assessment teams
Ensure compliance with legislation, performance targets, and subsidy rules
Liaise with internal departments and external bodies including DWPRequirements:

Proven experience in Housing Benefits within a local authority or housing association
Strong knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction legislation
Experience handling complex cases and appeals

Apply:
If you're an experienced Housing Benefits professional seeking a senior interim role, please get in touch to discuss further