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Job Title: Leasehold Officer
Location: West London (Hybrid)
Contract Type: Temporary, Full–time
Hourly Rate: 25.19 per hour (Umbrella)
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Leasehold Officer to join a local authority based in West London on a temporary contract. This full–time role offers hybrid working, providing flexibility to work remotely for part of the week. You will be responsible for delivering a range of services to leaseholders and freeholders, ensuring compliance with legal and policy requirements while supporting the council's Resident Services division.
Key Responsibilities:
– Manage leaseholder services, including statutory consultations, service charge calculation, billing, and income recovery.
– Handle leasehold assignments, Right–to–Buy applications, and queries related to major works.
– Administer and enforce lease conditions, including addressing breaches such as ASB.
– Conduct service charge income management, arrears recovery, and handle escalated legal actions.
– Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., legal, asset management) and external stakeholders to ensure effective leasehold management.
Candidate Requirements:
– Strong knowledge of leasehold and property management legislation, including the Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002 and Landlord & Tenant Act 1985.
– Experience managing service charge billing, major works consultations, and arrears recovery.
– Excellent communication skills and a customer–focused approach.
– Attention to detail and the ability to work independently, balancing conflicting priorities.
– Previous experience working in local authority or housing association environments is highly desirable.
If you are a motivated and experienced Leasehold Officer, apply today!
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