Asset, Data and Insight Manager

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Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Location: Milton Keynes | Salary: up to £45,000 per annum | Hours: 42.5 per week, Monday to Friday.

About the Role

You will be working with the Mears operational and commercial teams and our client Milton Keynes City Council to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities by collecting and analysing data from a variety of sources, including internal systems, external tools, and market research. The aim is to provide valuable insights and recommendations related to the maintenance of the council\’s Housing Revenue Account portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of the management team to advise and support delivery of local programmes, ensuring continuous improvement based on evidence‑led decision making and recommendations.
• Identify and collect relevant data from various sources, including internal systems, third‑party tools and market research, in respect of service delivery performance, productivity, customer satisfaction and value for money.
• Advise management on gaps in key data and make recommendations to improve record‑keeping or access to enable more informed decision making.
• Undertake data analysis to identify trends, patterns and opportunities to meet and exceed operational objectives, including commercial and operational excellence.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to stakeholders based on data analysis, helping them make informed decisions and drive business growth.
• Effectively communicate complex analytical findings and insights to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders through presentations, reports and visualisations.
• Produce contractual KPI/performance reports for external and internal stakeholders, as required.

Key Criteria

• Experience in asset management and/or related property area.
• Data analysis and reporting skills.
• Managing complex projects and initiatives.
• Leading and delivering outstanding customer‑focused services.
• Working with internal and external partners to deliver projects and initiatives.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Ability to analyse complex data from multiple sources and make clear evidence‑based recommendations.
• Proficiency in data visualisation tools such as Power BI or similar.
• Proficiency in data modelling and data manipulation.
• Working knowledge of property related issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with, influence and present findings to senior leadership.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks.

Benefits We Can Offer You

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual Mears Fun Day.
• Volunteering leave – support to undertake paid volunteering in the community.
• Staff perks through Mears Rewards – discounts of up to 10% on groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, ShareSave scheme and more.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Access to EAP counselling sessions.

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:

Laura Bourne (laura.bourne@mearsgroup.co.uk)

If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you every step of the way.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have received the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. Our Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership recognises our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. We invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand diverse experiences. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.