Housing Administrator (12 Month FTC)
JOB_54044354813311Job type
PermanentLocation
NewmarketWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
AdministratorsIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
Up to £27,000
Housing Administrator | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Your new company
A well-respected and well-known local organisation.
Your new role
This is a newly created Housing Administrator job being offered on a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract. This is a varied and 'hands-on' administration job which will suit someone who is used to working as part of a small team. Duties include but not limited to:
- Provide administrative support for all aspects of housing management, including lettings, tenancy management, and rent administration.
- Be the first point of contact for housing-related enquiries.
- Liaise with tenants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, and tenancy documentation.
- Scanning and filing of documents.
- Arrange travel and meetings as required
- Support the Housing Team with complex case management.
- Answer telephone calls, e-mails, greet visitors, and accept deliveries.
- Check and validate housing application forms received are correct, liaising with applicants to resolve any anomalies or errors.
- Support the Housing Officer to maintain an accurate housing waiting list and carry out annual reviews.
- First point of contact for repairs and maintenance queries from tenants, contractors, and colleagues.
- Liaise with contractors and maintenance teams to arrange appointments and access.
- Update customers on repair progress, maintain clear and professional communication.
- Reconcile works orders against invoices and resolve discrepancies.
- Monitor statutory compliance across the housing portfolio including gas, electrical, fire, asbestos, legionella, and other relevant safety checks.
- Maintain up-to-date compliance records, certificates, and databases.
- Support tenant satisfaction surveys and action plans.
To succeed in this job, you will require a minimum of
- 2 years' current administration experience, ideally within housing or a technical/regulated environment.
- Facilities or H&S administration experience would be beneficial.
- Keen eye for detail and an appreciation for processes.
- The ability to manage your own workloads
- The ability to work as part of a small team who are comfortable covering each other's work.
- Great communication and people skills
- Strong organisational and prioritising skills
- Great IT skills and the ability to learn quickly
What you'll get in return
In return, you will have the chance to join a friendly and collaborative team.
- Monday to Friday 9–5 (1 hour lunch) – 100% office-based
- On-site parking
- 25 days annual leave + stat and additional days off at Christmas (discretionary)
- Great value added benefits
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Talk to Claire Pettitt, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Norwich, Ground Floor, 1 Prince of Wales Road, Telephone 01473 261902