Housing officer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Housing officers look after rented properties for local authorities and housing associations.

Typical task
Working hours
Attractive values

Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and

Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and deposits and payment of insurance premiums, mortgage, taxes, and incurred operating expenses.
Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance.
Act as liaisons between on-site managers or tenants and owners.
Meet with prospective tenants to show properties, explain terms of occupancy, and provide information about local areas.
Market vacant space to prospective tenants through leasing agents, advertising, or other methods.
Prepare detailed budgets and financial reports for properties.
Maintain records of sales, rental or usage activity, special permits issued, maintenance and operating costs, or property availability.
Direct and coordinate the activities of staff and contract personnel and evaluate their performance.
Meet with clients to negotiate management and service contracts, determine priorities, and discuss the financial and operational status of properties.
Solicit and analyze bids from contractors for repairs, renovations, and maintenance.
Prepare and administer contracts for provision of property services, such as cleaning, maintenance, and security services.
Investigate complaints, disturbances and violations and resolve problems, following management rules and regulations.
Review rents to ensure that they are in line with rental markets.
Maintain contact with insurance carriers, fire and police departments, and other agencies to ensure protection and compliance with codes and regulations.
Meet with boards of directors and committees to discuss and resolve legal and environmental issues or disputes between neighbors.
Purchase building and maintenance supplies, equipment, or furniture.
Determine and certify the eligibility of prospective tenants, following government regulations.
Confer regularly with community association members to ensure their needs are being met.
Negotiate the sale, lease, or development of property and complete or review appropriate documents and forms.
Clean common areas, change light bulbs, and make minor property repairs.
Negotiate short- and long-term loans to finance construction and ownership of structures.
Confer with legal authorities to ensure that renting and advertising practices are not discriminatory and that properties comply with state and federal regulations.
Analyze information on property values, taxes, zoning, population growth, and traffic volume and patterns to determine if properties should be acquired.

Average salary
28,085 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Housing officer

29,925 GBP
27,207 GBP

Average salary for part-time Housing officer

Average salary for full-time Housing officer

Showing:

17,319 GBP
17,972 GBP

28,085 GBP
27,207 GBP
29,925 GBP

Salary over time for Housing officer

Salary for this role has increased over time

25,459 GBP
25,565 GBP
26,392 GBP
26,453 GBP
26,473 GBP
27,421 GBP
28,085 GBP
28,921 GBP

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Future outlook for Housing officers

Balanced outlook

40 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

2% yearly wage growth (on average)

Very good outlook

39% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Housing officer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

48% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
12% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
12% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree

You can do a college course like the Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Housing.

You'll need:

customer service skills
business management skills
administration skills
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
knowledge of economics and accounting
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
the ability to work well with others
to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

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Housing officer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

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