Housing Officer - Temp to Perm

  • Vivid Resourcing Ltd
  • 29/05/2026
Contract Real Estate Management Architect and Design

Job Description

Neighbourhood Officer

South London 4 Days Per Week in the Office Temp to Perm Opprtunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Neighbourhood Officer to join a well-regarded Housing Association in South London on an interim basis.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced housing professional who is confident managing a varied neighbourhood patch and delivering a high-quality tenancy management service to residents. You will play a key role in supporting tenants, resolving complex housing issues and ensuring neighbourhood standards are maintained.

Working closely with operational teams and residents alike, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of housing management duties including tenancy management, anti-social behaviour, income recovery, estate management and resident engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a full tenancy management caseload across a designated patch
  • Dealing with anti-social behaviour, neighbour disputes and tenancy breaches
  • Supporting tenants with sustainment and welfare-related matters
  • Managing rent arrears and income recovery processes
  • Conducting estate inspections and ensuring communal areas are maintained
  • Handling void inspections and supporting the lettings process
  • Liaising with contractors, local authorities and external agencies
  • Preparing legal documentation and attending court where required
  • Promoting resident engagement and supporting tenant involvement initiatives

About You

To be considered, you will need:

  • Extensive experience within social housing or neighbourhood management
  • Strong knowledge of housing legislation and tenancy management
  • Proven experience managing ASB and complex tenancy cases
  • Experience handling rent arrears and income recovery
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • The ability to work independently whilst managing a busy and varied caseload
  • Experience using housing management systems and Microsoft Office

Additional Information

  • South London based
  • 4 days per week office-based
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment
  • Immediate start available
  • Competitive hourly rate depending on experience

If you are an experienced Neighbourhood Officer looking for your next interim opportunity and are comfortable working in a fast-paced housing environment, please apply with your updated CV.