Project Officer (Acquisitions and Disposals)

Wales & West Housing

The Role

Overview

Lead delivery of property transactions, funding applications and stakeholder coordination.

Key Responsibilities

  • stakeholder liaison
  • funding applications
  • legal compliance
  • record management
  • property transfers
  • stock rebalancing

Tasks

You will liaise with sellers and buyers, oversee the legal and administrative processes for each transaction and manage the funding applications from making initial contact with the Local Authorities to submitting all necessary documentation to Welsh Government. The role involves maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance and supporting wider strategic programmes such as the stock rebalancing programme. You will also be the point of contact for funding queries and you will play a key role in ensuring smooth and timely property transfers. As Project Officer, you will lead on the delivery of key property transactions including buying back Right to Buy properties, selling unsuitable homes, supporting stock transfers, and managing the funding of the buybacks through various Welsh Government funding applications.

Requirements

  • project
  • it
  • communication
  • stakeholder
  • adaptable
  • motivated

What You Bring

We are looking for someone with experience in project environments, excellent IT and communication skills with a structured, organised approach to work. You will be confident working with stakeholders, adaptable to change and motivated to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Benefits

-Comprehensive support in case of sickness with a generous sick pay scheme, critical illness cover and support through an employee assistance and counselling service and a cash plan benefit. -Opportunities to develop and grow. -Choice of Defined Contribution or Defined Benefit pension, both including 3x death in service life insurance cover. -25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, the ability to buy and sell up to 5 days (pro rata), as well as time off for volunteering, health screening and more. -Salary £35,543 - £39,341 per annum. -9 Bank Holidays per annum, including an extra day at Christmas. -Regular feedback, training and support from your manager and team.

The Company

About Wales & West Housing

-Founded with a mission to address the housing needs of local communities across Wales. -Focused on creating high-quality, affordable homes that help build sustainable, thriving communities. -Operates with a commitment to providing well-maintained, safe, and energy-efficient properties. -Develops residential projects that prioritize environmental and social impact while delivering exceptional value. -Works on regeneration and community development projects, enhancing local areas through partnerships. -Experienced in large-scale construction projects and residential developments, including both new builds and refurbishments. -Dedicated to offering housing options for various needs, from young professionals to families and the elderly. -Strives to ensure every project has a lasting positive impact on residents and the surrounding environment.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Housing

Community Services

Affordable Homes

Property Management

Project Officer (Acquisitions and Disposals) at Wales & West Housing in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom