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Benefits Officer
| Posting date: | 23 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | £27,372 to £31,169 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Generous annual leave allowance and an attractive pension scheme, plus flexible working and much more. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 June 2024 |
| Location: | Maidenhead, Windsor & Maidenhead |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ01899 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for Benefits Officer to join us!
This is a full-time, permanent role with flexible working conditions and hybrid working (dependent upon experience), and a salary of £27,372 to £31,169 per annum.
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic benefits officer to join our team.
The Role:
As part of the wider Revenues and Benefits Service you will have a key role in providing a high quality services to its residents, who need financial assistance with their rental liability and/or Council Tax.
Your role will involve:
You will be responsible for accurate and effective processing of both Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support using the Capita Academy processing system and Civica document management system.
The primary focus of the Benefits Service is the administration of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support. The service also deals with application for discretionary housing payments.
What we are looking for:
You will have proven skills and experience in a customer facing environment, with the ability to meet demanding performance targets.
Knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support.
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal and be able to manage your own workload.
Ability to work accurately and to tight deadlines and able to work on your own and as part of a team.
Ability to keep up to date with relevant legislative changes.
Conscientious attitude and attention to detail
Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
Enthusiastic about doing an excellent job and delivering results.
Flexible approach to work to accommodate changing priorities.
What we offer:
32 days annual leave
Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
Free employee parking close to the offices.
Give As You Earn scheme.
Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: week commencing 17 June 2024.
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Michael Doyle, Benefits Team Leader on michael.doyle@rbwm.gov.uk.
This is a full-time, permanent role with flexible working conditions and hybrid working (dependent upon experience), and a salary of £27,372 to £31,169 per annum.
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic benefits officer to join our team.
The Role:
As part of the wider Revenues and Benefits Service you will have a key role in providing a high quality services to its residents, who need financial assistance with their rental liability and/or Council Tax.
Your role will involve:
You will be responsible for accurate and effective processing of both Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support using the Capita Academy processing system and Civica document management system.
The primary focus of the Benefits Service is the administration of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support. The service also deals with application for discretionary housing payments.
What we are looking for:
You will have proven skills and experience in a customer facing environment, with the ability to meet demanding performance targets.
Knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support.
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal and be able to manage your own workload.
Ability to work accurately and to tight deadlines and able to work on your own and as part of a team.
Ability to keep up to date with relevant legislative changes.
Conscientious attitude and attention to detail
Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
Enthusiastic about doing an excellent job and delivering results.
Flexible approach to work to accommodate changing priorities.
What we offer:
32 days annual leave
Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
Free employee parking close to the offices.
Give As You Earn scheme.
Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: week commencing 17 June 2024.
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Michael Doyle, Benefits Team Leader on michael.doyle@rbwm.gov.uk.