Benefit Assessment Officer needed in Northampton Paying  £20.63 per hr ref RQ1696586

Full time hours on a temporary basis

• Assess, verify and process Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims accurately and within set timescales
• Calculate overpayments and adjust entitlement where required
• Handle changes of circumstances, reconsiderations and appeals
• Liaise with customers, landlords, internal departments and external agencies
• Provide clear, professional advice on benefit entitlement
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with audit and data‑protection requirements

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number. 

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared