Income Maximisation Assistant - FTC 4 months


Company:	Morgan Hunt UK Ltd
Salary:	£31,792 to £35,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Glasgow, G31 1AA
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	22 Sept 2026
Closing date:	22 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Income Maximisation Assistant - 35 hours per week, fixed term until January 2027

Location: Glasgow

Salary: EVH Grade 5 £31,792 - £35,332 per annum

Working Arrangement: Hybrid working

About the Role: We are working with a leading housing association who are committed to providing quality housing solutions and support to the community to recruit an Income Maximisation Assistant who will play a vital role in supporting tenants and maximising rental income.

This position will require you to work collaboratively with various agencies to ensure a positive impact on the community. The role is fixed-term until January 2027, with opportunities for further development.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support for the Income Maximisation Team, including welfare rights and income management services.

Answer phone calls and manage general inquiries on behalf of the team.

Monitor former tenant arrears and maintain accurate records.

Maintain relationships with agencies affecting Housing Benefit and Universal Credit.

Process notifications regarding Direct Debits and communicate appropriately.

Complete verification tasks through the Universal Credit Landlord Portal.

Utilise social media to maintain contact with customers.

Process housing benefit determination notices and prioritise suspended or cancelled cases.

Provide cover for Reception staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Experience using databases and internal systems.

Basic knowledge of welfare benefits, particularly Housing Benefit and Universal Credit.

Experience in debt recovery and financial record-keeping.

Understanding of social landlord policies related to social housing tenancy.

Education Requirements:

Relevant professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Experience Requirements:

Experience maximise rent payments through Housing Benefit and Universal Credit.

Ability to set up repayment agreements and manage debt recovery processes.

Experience working within a social housing environment is preferred.

Please apply below if interested.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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