Brokerage Administrator in Middlesbrough

Belmont Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Brokerage Administrator to work with our client based in the Middlesbrough area on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The assignment is initially for three months, with a view to extend. Overview: The successful candidate will support the Housing Solutions Team by managing requests for interim and temporary accommodation. This will involve sourcing and arranging suitable placements, negotiating with accommodation providers, monitoring vacancies and placements, and ensuring the best use of available housing stock. Main Duties: * Manage requests for interim and temporary accommodation * Source and arrange suitable accommodation placements * Negotiate with accommodation providers * Monitor vacancies and existing placements * Maintain accurate records relating to accommodation placements * Process temporary accommodation payments and housing benefit claims * Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing accommodation providers * Monitor service quality and costs * Act as the first point of contact for accommodation providers * Resolve queries and issues in a timely manner * Ensure the best use of available housing stock Essential Criteria: * Previous experience in a similar role * Excellent organisational and time management skills * Strong communication and negotiation skills * Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail * Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities effectively * Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships * Good IT and administrative skills Desirable Criteria: * Previous experience working within a Local Authority or similar environment If you are interested in this position, please apply with your up-to-date CV