4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Housing Benefit Appeals Officer to work for a council based in Northwest London. This position focuses predominantly on managing Appeals, including reviewing cases, submitting appeals, and attending appeal hearings. It s essential that candidates are prepared and willing to dedicate the vast majority of their time to this aspect of the role. Candidates must have recent and substantial experience as Housing Benefit Appeals Officers, preferably in their most recent or current role. The role primarily involves working from home, with occasional visits to the hub and tribunal attendance as required. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Assessment of complex cases, carrying out home visits where necessary Managing of Appeal cases and attending Panels and Court Hearings as necessary Responsibility for Quality checking work carried out by Assessment Officers Provide support where necessary to Access Harrow Ensure that Housing Benefit Subsidy of some £120 million is maximised by satisfying the annual audit undertaken by external Audit of the Financial Assessments undertaken against the complex regulations and guidance of the Department of Work and Pensions. Ensure quality and performance targets for the services are met. Ensure that in excess of £1.5 Million Overpaid benefit each year is recovered Provide advice and guidance to up to 14 Highly skilled Financial Assessment Officers and Assistants with regard to complex Finance Assessme