Benefits Assessment Officer

Overview

Are you a Benefits Assessment Officer looking for work in South East London?Morgan Hunt''s Public Sector and Government client based in South East London is looking to recruit a Benefits Assessment Officer to provide vital support during a busy period.This is a permanent, full-time position offering hybrid working arrangements.Responsibilities

Proficiently use the Academy (Capita) Revenues and Benefits processing systemAssess all types of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support/Reduction claims for all tenure typesRespond to Freedom of Information Requests within the prescribed timescaleProvide requested information to the DWP Single Fraud Investigation ServiceMaintain the Supported Exempt Accommodation registerProcess new claims and changes in circumstancesAssess student claims, persons from abroad, and self-employed claimsLiaise with external organisations including Landlords, Employers and the Department for Work and PensionsAdvise claimants on Benefit entitlements and legislation changesHandle inbound customer queriesIf you''re looking to work from home for a Public Sector and Government client based in South East London, and feel you meet the essential criteria outlined above to be a Benefits Assessment Officer, please contact the team with an up to date CV.Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual''s skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular ..... full job details .....