Senior Technical Officer
Core
Provide specialist technical support for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction services, focusing on subsidy claims, audit liaison, and legislative interpretation.
Role type
Senior Technical Officer (Public Sector Benefits)
Builds
Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction services for local councils
Domain
Public sector social security and benefits
Required skills
Housing Benefit legislation, Council Tax Reduction administration, subsidy claim calculations, audit liaison, HBAP process, DWP/HMRC returns, complex case resolution
Preferred skills
Experience leading subsidy audits, resolving discrepancies in financial claims
Technologies
DWP systems, HMRC systems, HBAP tools
Responsibilities
Accurate calculation and submission of Housing Benefit subsidy claims; Lead engagement with Local Authority and External Auditors; Interpret complex legislation and guidance; Ensure compliance with statutory and contractual requirements; Resolve complex technical cases and support appeals.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC