At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Housing Options customers and maintain strong accommodation supply.
- Company: Join a dedicated Accommodation Procurement Team focused on positive outcomes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, flexible working, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Fixed term contract with excellent work-life balance and growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while building valuable relationships.
- Qualifications: Proficient in Word, Excel, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 39807 - 41637 £ per year.
We are recruiting for an Assistant Procurement Officer to join our Accommodation Procurement Team. We are looking for someone passionate about supporting Housing Options customers, maintaining a strong supply of accommodation, committed to achieving positive outcomes, and able to build effective relationships with landlords and managing agents while ensuring compliance with procurement processes.
In this role, you will:
- Develop good working relationships with accommodation providers, establishing regular contact to help maintain the supply of accommodation to the Housing Options Service.
- Ensure all available properties are forwarded to the relevant teams in a timely manner and liaise with colleagues to ensure efficient letting.
- Assist with enquiries from the Finance Team, hoteliers/agents, other creditors, and debtors; monitor corrections and discrepancies so that all enquiries can be dealt with within agreed timescales, including checking and verifying landlord reserve and void period invoices.
About You
- Knowledge of a range of software packages including Word, Excel and database and workflow packages.
- Good literacy and numeracy, capable of producing correspondence, reports, and information for a variety of audiences.
- Seeks opportunities to build positive relationships with people from other teams and partners.
- Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.
This is a fixed term contract for 12 months.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary £39,807 - £41,637
- Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
- Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.
- Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.
- Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).
- Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways.
Assistant Procurement Officer employer: Tower Hamlets Homes Ltd
As an Assistant Procurement Officer, you will thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment dedicated to making a positive impact on the community. Our organisation offers competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and flexible working arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee development through our Learning Academy, you will have ample opportunities for career progression while building meaningful relationships with colleagues and partners in a diverse setting.
