Details:
- Salary: £37,443 - 39,264 - Annum
- Location: London
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
About Haringey
Haringey Council is one of 32 boroughs in London. Haringey is an extremely diverse borough, and the Council has set clear ambitious objectives through its borough plan to make Haringey a better place to live, encourage investment and create opportunities that all can share. Haringey’s vision for the future is one of sustainable growth, in housing and jobs and on helping our residents and businesses take advantage of that growth. We have got huge ambitions for Haringey. As the shape of local government continues to change, we are determined to rise to the challenge and find new ways to ensure that our residents enjoy the best opportunities in life. Working at Haringey gives you the opportunity to play a part in meeting those ambitions on behalf of everyone who calls the borough their home.
About the role
The Feedback & Resolutions Team plays a central role in upholding the Councils values, tasked with efficiently handling complaints, member enquiries, and Freedom of Information Requests. Their collaborative approach across Council departments ensures that issues are addressed promptly and with sensitivity, aimed at enhancing the overall resident experience.
This team plays a pivotal role in managing the processes involving feedback, members enquiries, Stage 2 reviews and learning, and freedom of information enquiries by ensuring that all cases are logged, allocated and tracked efficiently and effectively.
In addition to their regulatory duties, the team oversees the management of statutory complaints concerning children and adults, corporate complaints, and the investigation of complex cases. Their meticulous attention to detail extends to drafting comprehensive responses, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Through their multifaceted responsibilities, the Feedback & Resolutions Team not only facilitates effective issue resolution but also actively contributes to the Council's overarching goals of transparency, accountability, and continual improvement in service delivery.
Working for Haringey
At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce so welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities so that we continue to make a difference to our residents and community. Our benefits package includes a leave entitlement of 31 days + bank holidays, potential hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme and a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts.
About you
In this role, you'll need to work efficiently to administer, coordinate, track, and monitor various tasks while ensuring strict adherence to policies, procedures, and timelines. Your responsibilities will include liaising and corresponding with officers across all levels as well as communicating effectively with members of the public. It will be crucial for you to possess the ability to develop and maintain detailed records, including decisions and responses. Essential qualifications for this position include knowledge and experience in Information Law and complaints management, along with proficiency in using electronic case management systems. Additionally, a solid understanding of relevant legislation, a strong commitment to teamwork, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to manage and prioritise heavy workloads while meeting deadlines will be vital attributes for success in this role.
About the team
In our team, you'll find a strong focus on our residents, prioritising their experience by diligently resolving issues and refining our services based on their feedback. Joining our collaborative spirit, you'll become part of a supportive team valuing open communication and teamwork, where insights and strategies are shared to enhance our complaint management processes. We're dedicated to your professional growth, offering continuous learning opportunities and resources to keep you at the forefront of resident service practices. Upholding respect and integrity as our guiding principles, we handle every complaint with fairness and discretion, ensuring our residents feel heard and valued. Engaging in dynamic problem-solving, we tackle challenges head-on, striving for innovative solutions to not only resolve issues but also prevent future complaints. In your role as our Feedback & Resolutions Officer, you'll play a crucial part in managing and resolving complaints, serving as a vital link between residents and the Local Authority. Your focus will be on addressing complaints promptly and effectively, maintaining trust, and enhancing our reputation for service excellence