Head of Strategic Asset Management

Head of Strategic Asset Management
£550-650 per day
Inside IR35
6/9 months
Southwest Local Authority
Hybrid – 2 days per week on site
 
CV’s are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing ASAP. 

As the Head of Strategic Asset Management, you will lead the Council’s approach to asset management, ensuring the effective planning, investment, and performance of its housing and property portfolio.  

Reporting into the Director for Housing and Landlord Services, you will support with the delivery of a safe, sustainable, and high-performing housing service that meets the needs of residents and aligns with the Council’s strategic objectives. 

Your role as Interim Head of Strategic Asset Management:

• Develop and implement the Council’s Asset Management Strategy, translating strategic priorities into operational delivery.
• Lead the Asset Management, Building Safety, and Energy & Renewable teams, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Oversee the development of asset performance assessments, including financial, social, and environmental returns.
• Manage the 30-year Housing Revenue Account (HRA) business plan and contribute to annual investment planning.
• Lead on building and fire safety strategy, including preparation for regulatory inspections.
• Drive service improvement through resident engagement, feedback, and performance monitoring.
• Provide strategic leadership in change management, cultural transformation, and service development.

 
Your previous experience as Interim Head of Strategic Asset Management:

• Relevant professional qualification in a property-related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership in strategic asset management, ideally within housing or public sector.
• Strong analytical, financial, and project management skills.
• Experience managing compliance in energy, building safety, and landlord services.
• Skilled in interpreting property data and using digital tools for asset planning.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, CIH).
• Experience with HRA business planning and social housing regulation.

 
If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Josie Main or Nikki Smith on 0117 3137110 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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