At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic asset management and investment for a social housing organisation.
- Company: Dynamic social housing organisation in the North West.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community housing and sustainability initiatives.
- Qualifications: Experience in asset management, investment services, and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
We are working with a social housing organisation in the North West to recruit an experienced Head of Assets & Investment to lead its strategic asset management, investment and sustainability agenda. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced property professional who can combine strategic thinking with strong operational delivery, ensuring homes are safe, well maintained, financially sustainable and supported by robust asset data.
Reporting into the Director of Asset Management, you will lead the Asset & Investment function, with responsibility for asset condition, investment planning and delivery, decarbonisation and the ongoing development of a data-led approach to understanding property performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic asset management and investment service.
- Develop and deliver planned investment and decarbonisation programmes.
- Ensure effective oversight of stock condition, asset performance and investment requirements.
- Manage significant budgets, ensuring strong financial control and value for money.
- Use asset data and insight to inform investment priorities and long-term planning.
- Lead contractor procurement and performance to deliver high-quality services.
- Strengthen governance, reporting and assurance to senior leadership and Board.
- Identify and maximise opportunities for external and grant funding.
- Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and service delivery.
- Lead, develop and inspire high-performing teams through change.
- Build strong relationships with customers, internal stakeholders and external partners.
About you
We are looking for an established social housing asset management professional with significant experience of leading strategic asset management and/or planned investment services. You will ideally bring:
- Strong knowledge of social housing asset management, investment and property compliance.
- Experience developing and delivering significant planned investment programmes.
- Knowledge of decarbonisation, energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
- Strong commercial and financial management experience.
- Experience of contractor procurement and management.
- A strong understanding of asset data, stock condition and investment planning.
- Experience providing high-quality reporting and assurance to senior leadership and Board.
- Proven leadership skills with experience developing teams and improving performance.
- Relevant property/building qualifications such as MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent experience.
This would suit an experienced Head of Assets, Head of Asset Management, Head of Investment, Senior Asset Manager or similar senior property professional looking for an opportunity to influence asset strategy and investment at organisational level. We can offer a competitive salary and package, flexible hybrid working and a personal development programme.
For a confidential conversation about the opportunity, please contact MK Consult.
Asset Management and Investment Lead employer: M & K Consult Ltd
Join a leading social housing organisation in the North West, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of asset management and investment. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values innovation and sustainability, offering competitive salaries, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and robust personal development programmes to support your career growth. As part of our senior leadership team, you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents while driving strategic initiatives in a supportive environment.
