VacancyTitle: Senior Asset Manager

Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration organisation with a national reputation for innovative urban and social regeneration.

Anopportunity has arisen within our Asset Investment team for aSenior Asset Manager.

TheSenior Asset Manager will manage Poplar HARCA’s planned maintenance, major works and cyclical decoration programs, ensuring that all properties are safe, warm, dry and comply with all requirements.They will lead a team to deliver a considered, efficient, value for money service with resident-focussed delivery models that meet current and future needs.

The post holder will manage and monitor stock condition and asset data, to develop capital investment and strategies to maximise value and income for the organisation. They will control the budget monitoring and financial forecasting activities for the Asset Investment Team and ensure that programmes of work are scoped, procured, and completed to time and budget.

This role falls within the scope of the new regulatory competence and conduct standard for social housing. As such you are required to possess a regulated housing qualification at level 4 or equivalent. If you do not possess the requisite qualification, you will be required to undertake an appropriate level 4 qualification by 30 September 2029.

MRICS/ MCIOB or equivalent building related qualification or working towards these required.

Closing Date: Friday 6th November 2026 (5.00pm)

The Company

Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration community association based in East London. We own and manage over 10,000 homes and invest around £4m each year in community regeneration.

We’re all about creating opportunities for people in Poplar and Bow. From building new homes, to bringing people together through community events & upskilling residents through training and development opportunities.

We’re looking for people to match our passion and help us make a difference. If you’re ready to collaborate, use your skills, and help transform our corner of east London, we want to hear from you.

The Benefits

• Leave 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays from day one, with an extra three days off between Christmas and New Year. Additional leave is awarded after two and five years of service.
• Health Care Access to a health cash plan. This covers medical, dental, optical, and wellbeing expenses, with optional coverage for your family.
• Pension Access to a defined contribution pension scheme with generous employer contribution rates.
• Flexible benefits Options to buy or sell annual leave and enjoy flexible working arrangements. Access to season ticket and cycle to work schemes.
• Development Learning, training, and career development opportunities to support your growth.
• Wellness Access to an Employee Assistance Programme from day one, where you can attend up to 8 therapy sessions.

Life at Poplar HARCA

We believe in the power of coming together. Throughout the year we host a range of exciting events to connect colleagues, encourage collaboration and inspire new ideas.

Our events include:

• Staff conferences & away days
• Lunch & Learns to gain insights into different teams and projects
• Fun evening and lunch time events for staff
• Volunteering opportunities
• Wellbeing activities to support your health and happiness

As you can see, there’s something for everyone! Whether it’s learning something new, celebrating achievements, or simply some enjoying well-deserved fun with your colleagues, our events help create a positive and connected workplace.

Poplar Housing and Regeneration Community Association Limited. A Charity and Registered Society 7726. Registered Provider L4170

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