Head of Assets and Development

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Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and currently reside within the United Kingdom.

About the Role

United Response is seeking a dynamic Head of Assets and Development to lead the strategic management of our housing assets and oversee the delivery of our housing development programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced property and housing professional to make a lasting impact in a national charity that provides housing and support for people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

You will ensure our property portfolio is safe, compliant, efficient, and financially sustainable, while driving new build and acquisition projects to expand our housing provision. The successful candidate will combine strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery, ensuring excellence across asset management, property compliance, maintenance, and housing development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the asset management strategy for all United Response housing stock.
• Oversee housing development projects, including new builds, refurbishments, and acquisitions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, health and safety, and property standards are consistently met.
• Manage capital investment planning, maintenance budgets, and lifecycle costing.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities, housing associations, developers, and contractors.
• Drive innovation in property sustainability, energy efficiency, and asset performance.
• Provide strategic advice to the executive team on housing growth and investment opportunities.

About You

You will have:

• Proven senior experience in asset management and property development.
• A strong track record in housing associations, local government, or charitable organisations.
• Excellent leadership, financial management, and project delivery skills.
• Knowledge of building safety regulations, housing compliance, and property maintenance.
• The ability to influence at a senior level and drive organisational change.

About United Response

Our central support teams at United Response make sure that everyone who works here has the systems and information they need to fulfil their role, and feel motivated and supported as they do it.

Do you want to be part of a community with shared goals and values?

Do you want to contribute to United Response’s mission and vision?

Do you want to know your work is making a real difference to someone’s life?

Then we want to hear from you.

United Response is not just a social care provider – we\’re a well‑respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, autistic people and those with mental health needs.

Our mission is to empower individuals to live, work, and actively participate in their communities, free from discrimination and unnecessary obstacles. In everything we do, we strive to be Creative, Strong, Honest, Responsive, and United.

United Response’s culture of inclusion, wellbeing, and flexible working helps ensure that everyone, regardless of background feels included and can be the best they can be. We treat everyone with dignity and respect, recognising all parts of a person’s identity. We are stronger through diversity and invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realise their full potential.

United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, a Mindful Employer, and a Disability Confident Leader, providing support to applicants with mental or physical disabilities, including guaranteeing an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

What We Offer

In return, we’ll help you build a rewarding career, along with the following benefits:

• 2 Wellbeing Days per year
• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay
• Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership (T&Ts apply)
• Free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave allowance, supporting a healthy work/life balance
• UR STARS recognition programme rewarding individuals and teams who go above and beyond
• Long service awards recognising loyalty and dedication
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Access to online shopping discounts from over 3,500 retailers

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV and a short statement outlining your relevant experience and motivation for applying.

We are interviewing on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

This role is subject to a DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by United Response. Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, early application is strongly encouraged.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management, Quality Assurance, and Business Development

Industries

• Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities, Housing and Community Development, and Non‑profit Organizations