Head of Strategic Asset Management

Head of Strategic Asset Management
6-month contract | ASAP start
£600–£700 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working, South West England
 
CVs are being reviewed immediately with interviews taking place week commencing 13th July 2026.
 
Are you ready to step into a pivotal leadership role as a Head of Strategic Asset Management, reporting directly into a Director and leading multiple high-impact services? As Head of Strategic Asset Management, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio spanning Asset Management, Building Safety, and Energy & Renewables – driving strategy, influencing senior stakeholders, and ensuring long-term value across a complex property estate. This is a rare opportunity for a Head of Strategic Asset Management to shape investment strategy, lead transformation, and deliver measurable outcomes for residents and stakeholders.
 
You will operate at the heart of strategic decision-making, leading the delivery of asset management strategies, overseeing compliance and safety functions, and ensuring services align with long-term financial planning and regulatory expectations. If you’re a forward-thinking Head of Strategic Asset Management who thrives on complexity and wants to make a meaningful impact – this is for you.
 
Your Role as Head of Strategic Asset Management:

• Lead strategic asset management, shaping long-term investment and performance outcomes across property portfolios
• Drive building safety and compliance, ensuring statutory and regulatory standards are consistently met
• Deliver data-led insights, using performance analysis to influence planning and decision-making
• Oversee budget planning and HRA business strategy, aligning financial resources with organisational priorities
• Influence and engage senior stakeholders, representing the service at executive level and beyond
• Carry out reviews of the Council’s current asset management operations

Your Experience as Head of Strategic Asset Management:

• Strong senior leadership experience across asset management or property services
• Proven ability to develop and implement strategy, driving efficiencies and service improvements
• Expertise in data analysis and forward planning, translating insight into action
• Demonstrated capability in stakeholder engagement and influencing, across complex environments
• Experience managing budgets, performance, and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver results

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Sarah Williams or Nikki Smith on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.
 
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact).
 
Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

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