Head of Asset Management and Investment
£72,774 - £76,496 per annum
Shape the future of housing at a pivotal moment of transformation.
Join Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Unitas during an exciting period of change as we bring services in-house, implement innovative systems, and enhance how tenants experience housing. This is a unique opportunity for an inspiring leader to make a tangible impact by driving excellence in housing strategy, compliance, and investment.
Why Join Us?
* Transformational Opportunity: Help shape the future of our Housing Asset Management Strategy and Investment Plans.
* Focus on Tenants: Improve tenant safety, satisfaction, and quality of life by tackling critical issues like compliance, building safety, and carbon reduction.
* Supportive Leadership: Be part of a collaborative organisation with a strong vision and dedicated senior leadership.
* Room to Grow: Develop and expand services, leaving a lasting legacy.
* A Fresh Start: Play a key role in revitalising our approach as we bring housing services back in-house.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the Housing Asset Management Strategy and Investment Plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory and legislative standards, including the Building Safety Act.
* Building Safety Oversight: Serve as the responsible officer for fire and building safety, managing inspections, reporting, and risk mitigation.
* Carbon Reduction: Lead strategies and programmes to deliver energy-efficient, sustainable homes, including funding bids and delivery.
* Tenant-Centric Initiatives: Drive investment and measures to address damp, mould, and condensation, ensuring tenants feel safe and secure.
* Capital Investment: Oversee Housing Revenue Account (HRA) capital and regeneration programmes, utilising stock condition data to prioritise and deliver improvements.
* Performance and Efficiency: Ensure strong financial management, value-for-money assessments, and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
What We’re Looking For
* A relevant professional qualification or significant successful experience in asset management or housing.
* Strong understanding of housing repairs and assets, compliance requirements, and funding processes.
* Proven ability to lead large-scale projects, meet deadlines, and deliver measurable improvements.
* Experience with bidding for funding, working with developers, and forming strategic partnerships.
* A strategic thinker with political awareness and exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Why Now?
This is a pivotal time for Stoke-on-Trent City Council as we revitalise housing services with a renewed focus on tenants and community needs. You’ll have the chance to make a significant impact, supported by senior leadership, in a city that values innovation and collaboration.
Apply today and help shape the future of housing in Stoke-on-Trent.
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