Senior Asset Manager
Client: Housing Association
Salary: £53000-£58,800+ package
Location: Northwest
Full-time | Permanent
Are you an experienced asset management professional ready to lead strategic change and drive investment in high-quality, sustainable housing?
Our client, a respected housing association in the Northwest, is seeking a Senior Asset Manager to oversee a critical portfolio of homes. Leading a team of four, you'll take ownership of long-term asset strategy, compliance, sustainability, and investment planning ensuring homes are safe, decent, and fit for the future.
The Role
* Deliver and lead the Asset Management and Sustainability Strategies.
* Use asset performance modelling to support strategic decisions on investment, regeneration, and disposals.
* Lead on the management of property hazards, including damp, mould, and compliance with HHSRS.
* Oversee and maintain accurate stock condition data, ensuring robust survey programmes and data validation.
* Take responsibility for the asbestos register and drive continuous improvement in compliance processes.
* Develop 40-year investment plans, aligning with business priorities and financial forecasting.
* Engage with internal and external stakeholders, customers, and leaseholders to shape service delivery.
* Identify and secure external funding opportunities to support capital investment.
* Ensure full compliance with procurement regulations, Section 20 consultation, and best practice.
What We're Looking For
* Chartered (RICS, CIOB) or equivalent experience in social housing asset management.
* Strong leadership experience with a collaborative and proactive approach.
* Deep understanding of HHSRS, Decent Homes, and building safety legislation.
* Analytical mindset with proven ability to interpret and utilise complex data for strategic planning.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce business cases, reports, and stakeholder briefings.
* Knowledge of Net Zero, sustainability, and energy efficiency is desirable.
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