Housing Officer

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025. 

*University status awarded in or after 1992

The Department    

This role will be based in the Accommodation Services Department, which reports to the Pro Vice Chancellor Property, Accommodation & Sustainability. The Accommodation Services Team act as a student facing team who help students find accommodation from Purpose Built Student Accommodation providers or Private Landlords by entering into nominations agreements, leases or licenses for third party sites that meet the standards required by the University. 

The Role  

To assist in the day-to-day operation of the University Accommodation Services Department. To provide excellent customer service and tenancy management services to students living in third-party student accommodation. To provide administrative and process support to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the department and to liaise with colleagues across the University to deliver the best possible service to students. 

The key focus of this role is providing a high level of support to students, residents, internal departments, a range of academic colleagues across the University and our key external partners to ensure our relationships work well and the University runs a viable accommodation service. 

As support may be needed outside of normal working hours the post holder will be required to work in a flexible way (including some weekend and evening work). The peak hours for this role will be July-October. 

The Person 

Educated to degree level or have demonstrable equivalent work experience. Experience of student accommodation or private property management. Understanding of cross-cultural awareness working in a diverse community.  

Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel,  Excellent problem-solving ability and analytical skills. Ability to work within a team effectively. 

How to Apply  

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button, above, and fill out the application form. 

Further information about the application process can be found here: 

https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0  

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk  if you need any assistance with the application process. 

Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing Monday 19 May 2025. 

Additional Information  

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl 

Our department/school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBT+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.  

This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point. 

A Standard DBS Certificate is required for this post (to be undertaken upon appointment). 

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time. 

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

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