Local Borough Council Property Liason - Klick Capital Ltd

Job Title: Council Liaison & Booking Officer

Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Contract (Flexible)

Role Overview

We are looking for an organised and confident Council Liaison & Booking Officer to manage relationships with London local councils and secure council bookings for properties that we have already procured. This role focuses on coordinating with council housing teams, arranging inspections, managing paperwork, and ensuring properties are successfully placed on rent with councils.

Key Responsibilities

Council Liaison & Relationship Management

Act as the primary point of contact between the company and local council housing teams
Build and maintain working relationships with council officers across multiple London boroughs
Respond promptly to council enquiries and booking requests

Property Booking & Lettings Coordination

Submit procured properties to councils for leasing or nightly/temporary accommodation schemes
Coordinate council viewings, inspections, and handovers
Manage booking confirmations, tenancy start dates, and contract documentation

Compliance & Documentation

Ensure all required documents are submitted accurately and on time, including:

Gas Safety Certificates
Electrical Safety Reports (EICR)
EPCs
HMO licences (where applicable)
Fire safety and compliance documents

Track council requirements and borough-specific compliance standards

Inspections & Issue Resolution

Coordinate council property inspections and follow up on any remedial actions required
Liaise internally with maintenance, procurement, and compliance teams to resolve issues
Keep councils updated on timelines and progress

Pipeline & Reporting

Maintain an up-to-date pipeline of properties submitted, approved, or pending with councils
Track booking status, rental values, and contract durations
Provide regular reports to management on council placements and performance

Experience & Seniority Levels

Junior Level

Strong administrative and communication skills
Confidence dealing with councils, clients, and stakeholders
Ability to manage documentation and follow processes
Willingness to learn council housing schemes and compliance requirements

Mid-Level

Experience working with London councils or in housing, lettings, or property management
Familiarity with council leasing, TA (temporary accommodation), or PSL schemes
Ability to manage multiple boroughs and bookings simultaneously

Senior Level

Proven experience securing council bookings at scale
Strong relationships within council housing departments
In-depth understanding of council procurement, compliance, and inspection processes
Ability to streamline systems, improve turnaround times, and train junior staff

Key Skills & Attributes

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong attention to detail and document management
Good understanding of London borough requirements
Ability to manage multiple properties and deadlines
Problem-solving and follow-up driven mindset