Head of Asset Management
Brixton, London
The Company
Housing for Women is a registered charity and independent housing association. We champion female empowerment by providing and promoting affordable homes for women and gender-specific support services. Since 1934, we have been working to build a more equal society for women, a world where everyone has a safe roof over their head regardless of circumstance, where violence against women is no longer tolerated.
We are now looking for a Head of Asset Management to join us on a permanent, full-time basis, working 35 hours per week.
The Benefits
1. Salary of £65,000 per annum
2. Attractive pension scheme
3. Perkbox
4. Buying and selling annual leave
5. Health Shield
6. Season Ticket Loan
7. Subsidised gym membership
8. Course funding opportunities
This is a fantastic opportunity for a property and asset management professional to lead a critical function within our mission-driven organisation.
With strong leadership, a commitment to professional development, and flexible working options, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while enjoying a rewarding work-life balance.
The Role
As the Head of Asset Management, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of asset management, property compliance, and repairs.
Leading a skilled team of asset management professionals, you will ensure that housing regulations are met and that key contracts for building maintenance and safety are effectively managed.
Bringing technical, contractual, and strategic expertise, you will shape best practices in construction management, surveying, engineering, and building safety.
Your leadership will ensure robust compliance, proactive risk management, and the delivery of a high-performing asset management service that provides safe, well-maintained homes.
Additionally, you will:
1. Oversee the procurement and delivery of maintenance services
2. Lead on property compliance
3. Monitor and manage the performance of external contractors
4. Support funding applications and prepare bids for external investment opportunities
5. Ensure customer service excellence
6. Oversee estate services
About You
To be considered as the Head of Asset Management, you will need:
1. Extensive experience in leading property and asset management services, including maintenance, repairs, and compliance
2. Experience managing large-scale capital works programmes, responsive repairs, and planned maintenance
3. Experience managing staff and contractors
4. Excellent knowledge of housing and building safety legislation, including fire, asbestos, gas, electrical, water safety, and health and safety regulations
5. Strong budget management skills and experience delivering cost-effective asset strategies
6. A strategic mindset, with the ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement
7. A customer-focused approach, ensuring tenants receive high-quality housing services
8. A relevant building qualification and/or professional membership (RICS, CIOB, IOSH)
Closing date: 28th March 2025
Shortlisting: w/c 31st March 2025
Interview date: 15th April 2025
Candidates interested in applying should attach a cover letter outlining how they meet the essential criteria specified in the person specification as well as how they think they meet Housing for Women’s EPIC values.
Webrecruit and Housing for Women are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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