Are you an Asset Manager, skilled at evaluating the financial and strategic value of housing stock?
My client has an immediate opportunity for a Strategic Asset Appraisals Manager to join their Asset Management team on a freelance or fixed term basis.
The successful applicant will focus on evaluating the financial and strategic value of a housing stock portfolio. The insights will directly inform decisions on whether assets should be retained and invested in or considered for alternative interventions such as redevelopment or disposal.
Responsibilities:
Analyse financial and strategic property data to assess portfolio performance and recommend actions.
Identify reasons for poor asset performance using robust data.
Consolidate property performance intelligence across directorates to support asset grading.
Evaluate necessary works and associated costs to maintain stock to statutory and regulatory standards (e.g., Decent Homes).
Validate internal and external stock databases.
Conduct asset inspections and develop project proposals.
Collaborate with the Development team on potential redevelopment opportunities.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Complete property options appraisals and feasibility studies.
Review leases, legal titles, and S106 agreements to identify constraints.
Present findings and recommendations to internal assurance groups.
Support the disposals programme by identifying low-value assets and preparing handover packs.
Monitor voids and work with the Neighbourhoods Team on strategic decants. Requirements:
Strong knowledge of social housing, the wider housing sector, and the construction industry.
Proven experience in interpreting, analysing, and presenting complex data.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, databases, reporting tools, and PowerBI.
Understanding of financial/business planning in social housing, including viability and options appraisals.
Experience reviewing legal and planning documents (Desirable).
Familiarity with planning and building control processes.
Ability to work under pressure with a flexible and adaptable approach.
Confident communicator with internal and external stakeholders.
Track record of delivering team performance and business objectives.
Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, or RIBA (Desirable). To apply, please attach a copy of your CV