Client Affairs Officer

Bedford Borough Council is looking for a caring and confident person able to work with Social Workers and Carers on behalf of clients who do not have capacity to manage their own financial affairs and are in receipt of Money Management Services from the Council. You will be managing their financial affairs either through appointeeship or deputyship, acting in the best interests of the customers at all times. Reconciling bank accounts, paying bills and ensuring that the correct benefits are claimed. You will need to be organised with the ability to work within legal guidelines and at all levels. You must be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. Closing Date: 4th October 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed You will be required to complete a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. How To Apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy'; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Please Note The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

• a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)
• a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.