Rent Income Recovery Officer - FTA (Gr 5)

3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Title: Rent Income Recovery Officer Job Purpose The Former Tenant Arrears (FTA) Recovery Officer is responsible for the effective administration, recovery, and collection of former tenant rent arrears for Kingston Council. The role focuses on maximising income collection through proactive debt recovery, early intervention, customer engagement, and partnership working with internal teams and external agencies. The post holder will support former tenants experiencing financial difficulties by providing advice, negotiating repayment arrangements, and facilitating access to welfare, financial inclusion, and support services. The role contributes to the Shared Finance Service's objective of delivering efficient, customer-focused, and value-added financial services while ensuring compliance with housing legislation, council policies, and recovery procedures. Key Responsibilities Debt Recovery & Income Collection Manage a portfolio of former tenant...