Head of Asset Management
£70,000 per annum + Executive Car Allowance + Private Medical Insurance
The Social Housing Family CIC is an ambitious and growing organisation delivering high-quality supported housing and housing-related services across England and Wales.
As our portfolio continues to expand, we are seeking an experienced Head of Assets to lead our Asset Management function and drive excellence across property, compliance, repairs and maintenance.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will provide strategic leadership across the Group's asset portfolio whilst maintaining operational oversight of repairs, maintenance, compliance and capital investment. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Commercial Director, Finance Director and Director of Housing & Support, you will play a key role in ensuring our homes remain safe, compliant and capable of supporting our continued growth.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced asset management professional who wants to shape a growing organisation, influence strategic decision-making and help develop the long-term asset strategy of an expanding housing group.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Group's Asset Management Strategy.
- Provide strategic oversight of statutory compliance, building safety and property standards.
- Oversee responsive repairs, planned maintenance and capital investment programmes.
- Lead technical due diligence for acquisitions, portfolio transfers and mobilisation projects.
- Work alongside the Commercial Director to support growth opportunities, capital investment and portfolio expansion.
- Provide assurance to the Executive Leadership Team and Board on asset performance, compliance and investment priorities.
- Lead, develop and inspire the Repairs & Maintenance team, Compliance function, Maintenance Helpdesk and Mobile Maintenance Team.
- Drive continuous improvement, innovation and value for money across the Asset Management function.
About You
We're looking for an experienced asset management leader with a strong understanding of social housing, supported housing or residential property management.
You'll bring experience of:
- Asset management and investment planning.
- Repairs and maintenance services.
- Statutory compliance and building safety.
- Contractor and supply chain management.
- Budget management and capital programmes.
- Leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders and contributing to organisational strategy.
Whether you're already operating as a Head of Assets or you're an experienced Asset Manager looking to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- £70,000 per annum.
- Executive car allowance.
- Private medical insurance.
- Company pension.
- Ongoing professional development.
- A senior leadership role working alongside the Executive Leadership Team.
- The opportunity to influence the future direction of a rapidly growing housing organisation.
If you're passionate about delivering excellent asset management and want to make a genuine difference to homes and communities across England and Wales, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Application question(s):
- Do you have direct responsibility for statutory property compliance (for example gas, fire, electrical, asbestos, legionella and building safety)? - Yes / No
- What is the largest residential property portfolio you have been responsible for? - Yes / No
- Have you managed responsive repairs, planned maintenance and capital investment programmes? - Yes / No
- Have you prepared or presented reports to a Board, Executive Team or senior governance body? - Yes / No
Experience:
- leading an Asset Management function: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- UK driving licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Blackburn BB1
