Job Title: Senior Housing Benefits OfficerLocation: Hybrid working, London Borough of Harrow, Forward Drive, HA3 8NTEmployer: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership for London Borough of HarrowContract Type: Temporary AssignmentHours of Work: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 am - 5:00 pmPay Rate: 23.86 PAYE, 30.56 Umbrella per hourOverview:Pertemps is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Senior Housing Benefits Officer to join the expanding team at London Borough of Harrow. This role offers a competitive pay rate of 30.56 Umbrella paye per hour.Main Responsibilities:Identify, categorize, and recover overpayments of housing benefitsProvide support and advice to tenants regarding their housing benefits and council tax supportWork closely with external agencies such as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Citizens Advice Bureau to ensure tenants receive the support they needKeep accurate records of all benefit claims and related transactionsEnsure that all policies and procedures related to housing benefits are followed correctly.Train and support junior staff members in the housing benefits teamPrepare and present reports on housing benefit activities and performanceEnsure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulationsAddress and resolve any issues or disputes related to housing benefitsRequirements:Extensive and recent experience in submitting Housing Benefit Appeals and attending/presenting hearings at tribunalsSignificant experience in ..... full job details .....