PRS Lettings Negotiator (SO2)

  • London, United Kingdom
  • London Borough of Lambeth
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site
  • 23-23 GBP / Hour
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Job Description:

PRS Lettings Negotiator (SO2)

Temporary Contract

Job Details

Client: London Borough of Lambeth
Directorate: Housing – Accommodation Services
Service Area: Housing Needs / Private Sector Lettings

Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:00

Start Date: 23 March 2026
End Date: 31 August 2026

Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 18:00

Location

Office Base:
Lambeth Civic Centre
6 Brixton Hill
London
SW2 1RW

Pay & Package

PAYE Rate: £23.51 per hour

Job Overview

Lambeth Council is seeking an experienced PRS Lettings Negotiator to join the Housing Needs team.

The role focuses on securing private rented sector accommodation to help meet housing demand and support homelessness prevention and relief cases. You will negotiate directly with landlords and letting agents to procure suitable properties and ensure that residents are supported throughout the tenancy process.

The postholder will play a key role in increasing the supply of affordable private rented accommodation while providing guidance and support to tenants moving into the private rented sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Secure private rented accommodation through negotiation with landlords and agents

  • Generate property leads through landlord engagement, networking and cold calling

  • Carry out property inspections to assess suitability, condition and safety standards

  • Support prospective tenants by matching them with suitable properties

  • Provide tenants with advice on tenancy responsibilities, Universal Credit and housing benefits

  • Organise property viewings and accompany tenants where required

  • Maintain accurate records of landlord contacts, properties and tenancy arrangements

  • Work closely with Housing Advisors to assess tenant suitability for private renting

  • Support homelessness prevention, relief cases and move-on from temporary accommodation

  • Attend landlord forums, recruitment events and partnership meetings to promote the councils private renting scheme

  • Ensure all activities comply with council procedures, financial regulations and housing legislation

Essential Experience & Skills

  • Experience working within a housing or homelessness service

  • Knowledge of housing legislation, housing advice and homelessness prevention

  • Experience negotiating with landlords or managing private rented sector properties

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

  • Experience working in a target-driven or performance-focused environment

  • Ability to manage a caseload and maintain accurate records using IT systems

  • Experience providing advice and guidance to members of the public

Desirable

  • Experience working within a local authority housing needs or PRS procurement team

  • Knowledge of housing benefits and Universal Credit processes

  • Experience conducting property inspections

Reporting To

Private Sector Lettings Senior Officer

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