Job Title: Council Tax Officer
Adecco are recruiting on behalf of the London Borough of Richmond & Wandsworth for a Council Tax Officer to join their Revenues team. This is a temporary opportunity, ideal for experienced candidates looking to make an immediate impact within a high-performing local authority service.
Contract Details:
- Type: Temporary
- Pay: 17.50 – 18.85 per hour (PAYE) / 22.74 – 24.54 per hour (Umbrella)
- Location: Richmond & Wandsworth
- Working Arrangement: Mostly work from home
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake duties relating to the administration, billing, collection, and recovery of council tax
- Handle customer enquiries and provide a high standard of service
- Ensure accurate processing of accounts in line with legislation and council procedures
- Support performance improvement and service delivery initiatives
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Assist with change programmes and continuous improvement within the service
Essential Skills & Experience:
- At least 1 year’s experience in council tax administration, billing, collection, or recovery
- Strong working knowledge of NEC systems (mandatory)
- Good understanding of council tax legislation and processes
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines
Desirable:
- Experience using Civica W2
About the Role:
Working within the shared staffing arrangement between Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, you will be part of a forward-thinking team focused on delivering high-quality, cost-effective services. This temporary role offers flexibility with predominantly remote working, alongside the opportunity to develop your skills within a large and supportive organisation.
If you have the required experience and are available for a temporary assignment, apply today.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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