Assistant Procurement Officer

Overview

Tower Hamlets - Assistant Procurement Officer

Tower Hamlets is one of the UK’s best local authorities. Many of Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's services are award-winning, and in 2022 Tower Hamlets London Borough Council were shortlisted for MJ’s Council of the Year. This is an exciting time in Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's history as Tower Hamlets London Borough Council move into Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's new Town Hall at the Grade II-listed former Royal London Hospital opposite the new Whitechapel Station on the Elizabeth Line. Tower Hamlets London Borough Council is on course to be a carbon-neutral council by 2025.

The Housing Options Service is looking to recruit an Assistant Procurement Officer. This role involves assisting with the procurement of accommodation for homeless households. You will establish and maintain regular contact with landlords and managing agents to increase the supply of decent and affordable accommodation. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a register of available properties.
• Liaising with colleagues to ensure properties are let quickly.
• Ensuring all paperwork is provided and correctly stored.
• Conducting necessary checks in accordance with procedures.

Tower Hamlets London Borough Council seek candidates with enthusiasm and a strong motivation to work within the Housing Management team. A ‘can-do’ attitude is key, and having the right caliber of people with the right attitude is essential in providing homeless individuals with the services they require. Even if you have not worked in this sector before but possess transferable skills, Tower Hamlets London Borough Council encourage you to apply, as training will be provided for the successful candidate.

About the Company: Tower Hamlets values diversity and inclusion, proudly reflecting Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's vibrant communities. Tower Hamlets London Borough Council share a commitment to fairness and equality across all services.

Company Culture: Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's offices offer state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of the East End with great transport connections, located right next to Whitechapel Station.

Benefits:

• Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, providing guaranteed pension benefits.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days, increasing to 33 days with 5+ years' service, plus bank holidays and 3 extra days at Christmas.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Money-saving schemes, including a rent deposit scheme and season ticket loan scheme.

Tower Hamlets envisions a borough where individuals are aspirational, independent, and have equal access to opportunities. Tower Hamlets London Borough Council aspire to Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.

Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination of any form and strives to employ a diverse workforce representative of Tower Hamlets London Borough Council's community. Tower Hamlets London Borough Council welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and those who reside in the borough.