Benefits Officer

Job Type: Temporary- Until end of Sept 2026
Location: Stevenage, SG1
Pay Rate: £14.36 - £17.85 per hour
Working Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
Hours per Week: 37
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Benefits Officer to support the delivery of high-quality financial and housing support services for a local authority business in Stevenage. This role plays a key part in ensuring clients receive accurate and timely benefit assessments and payments, helping to promote financial stability and housing security.

The position will initially be office-based, with potential for hybrid working arrangements subject to performance review.

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration

Carry out thorough benefit checks to ensure individuals are receiving their full entitlement.
Support the completion and submission of benefit applications, including Housing Benefit and Unive...