Private Rented Sector Offer (PRSO) Project Team Lead

Buckingham Futures

Buckingham Futures are recruiting for a Private Rented Sector Offer (PRSO) Project Team Lead on behalf of a local authority client in the Midlands.

Role: Private Rented Sector Offer Project Team Lead
Location: Midlands (Hybrid working)
Rate: £260 per day (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 months initially

This role will focus on leading the delivery of the council’s Private Rented Sector Offer (PRSO) approach, helping to secure PRS properties for households and reduce reliance on temporary accommodation.

Key Duties:

Source and procure a strong pipeline of private rented sector properties to discharge housing duties through PRSO
Build and maintain strong relationships with private landlords, letting agents and property partners
Support the development of the PRSO Lettings Plus team, including processes and training across housing options teams
Work closely with internal teams such as Housing Benefit and Environmental Health to ensure smooth tenancy management
Ensure the team matches suitable tenants to properties and supports sustainable tenancies
Oversee tenancy paperwork, agreements and ensure statutory compliance is met
Support preventative work with the front-door triage team and contribute to preparations for upcoming Renters Rights changes

Requirements:

Strong experience in lettings, property management or housing procurement
Good knowledge of the Private Rented Sector and tenancy legislation
Proven ability to build relationships with landlords and agents
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to attend meetings across the district

If this role is of interest, or you would like to find out more, please feel free to email or give me a call.

📞 0208 125 4321
✉️ christian@buckinghamfutures.com