Senior Accommodation Procurement Officer

Senior Accommodation Procurement Officer

Help Fine Move Secure and Place Quality Accommodation

Fine Move Ltd is an established and growing Temporary Accommodation provider. Since 2020, we have supplied good-quality, compliant homes for families while working closely with local authorities and housing partners across London.

We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Senior Accommodation Procurement Officer to help expand our property supply, strengthen our relationships with London Boroughs and secure new Temporary Accommodation placements.

This is a results-focused position with significant earning potential. You will be expected to use your industry experience, council relationships and knowledge of Temporary Accommodation portals to generate opportunities, secure bookings and contribute directly to the growth of Fine Move.

The ideal candidate will already understand the Temporary Accommodation market and be confident working with landlords, agents, housing teams and council procurement officers.

Your Main ResponsibilitiesProcuring New Accommodation

You will identify and secure suitable properties for Fine Move’s Temporary Accommodation portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Sourcing properties from landlords, letting agents, developers and other accommodation providers
• Building and maintaining a strong network of property owners and agents
• Negotiating competitive rents, lease terms and commercial arrangements
• Assessing properties for suitability based on council demand, location, size and achievable rates
• Explaining Fine Move’s leasing and management services to prospective landlords
• Progressing property opportunities from the initial enquiry through to instruction and onboarding
• Maintaining a consistent pipeline of new properties
• Meeting agreed monthly procurement and revenue targets

Working With London Boroughs

You will use your existing knowledge and contacts to introduce Fine Move’s available accommodation to relevant council teams.

This will include:

• Building relationships with Temporary Accommodation teams, housing officers, procurement departments and other council decision-makers
• Bringing established council contacts and professional relationships into the role
• Identifying borough demand for different property sizes and locations
• Presenting suitable properties to councils and housing partners
• Responding promptly to accommodation requests
• Following up on property submissions and progressing them towards bookings
• Supporting Fine Move with provider onboarding and registration opportunities
• Helping secure new agreements and placement routes with London Boroughs

Managing Temporary Accommodation Portals

Strong experience using local authority Temporary Accommodation portals is an important requirement for this role.

You will be responsible for:

• Monitoring council portals for live accommodation requirements
• Uploading available properties accurately and within required timescales
• Preparing and submitting property information, photographs and supporting documents
• Tracking submissions, expressions of interest, inspections and booking decisions
• Maintaining accurate property availability across relevant systems
• Ensuring submissions meet each borough’s requirements
• Identifying new portal, framework and provider-registration opportunities
• Keeping clear records of offers, responses, agreed rates and placements

Securing Bookings and Minimising Voids

You will work closely with Fine Move’s operations and compliance teams to keep available properties occupied.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Matching available properties with live council demand
• Promoting vacant and upcoming properties to appropriate boroughs
• Following up consistently with council officers and housing brokers
• Securing replacement placements before existing bookings end wherever possible
• Coordinating inspections, compliance checks and property-readiness requirements
• Helping resolve issues that could delay a booking
• Reducing void periods and maximising income across the portfolio
• Providing regular pipeline and performance updates to management

What We Are Looking For

Applicants should be able to demonstrate relevant industry experience and a strong record of delivering results.

You should have:

• Previous experience in Temporary Accommodation, property procurement, council housing, lettings or a closely related role
• A strong understanding of the London Temporary Accommodation market
• Experience working directly with London Borough housing or procurement teams
• Existing council contacts involved in sourcing or booking Temporary Accommodation
• Practical experience using council Temporary Accommodation portals and procurement systems
• Experience sourcing properties from landlords and letting agents
• The ability to negotiate rents, rates and commercial terms confidently
• A proven ability to secure properties, placements or new business
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good attention to detail when preparing submissions and property information
• Excellent organisation and accurate record-keeping
• A proactive, persistent and target-driven approach
• The ability to manage your own pipeline and work with minimal supervision

A strong network of London landlords, agents and council contacts would be a significant advantage.

What Fine Move Offers

• A basic salary of £24,000–£28,000, depending on experience and track record
• An uncapped commission structure
• On-target earnings of up to £60,000 per year
• A senior position within an established and expanding accommodation provider
• The opportunity to earn directly from your performance
• Regular access to senior management
• Autonomy to develop your own property and council relationships
• Clear performance targets and opportunities for progression
• A professional and supportive working environment
• Company pension

Salary and Working Arrangements

Basic Salary: £24,000–£28,000 per year, depending on experience
Commission: Uncapped, subject to performance
On-Target Earnings: Up to £60,000 per year
Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Location: London, SE16
Work Arrangement: Office-based and in person

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Pay: £24,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• How many years of Temporary Accommodation or property procurement experience do you have?
• Do you currently have relationships with council officers involved in sourcing or booking Temporary Accommodation?
• What is your current notice period?

Work Location: In person