Asset Appraisal Officer

Places for People; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 7% matched

Bonus scheme 2%

35 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Healthcare cashback plan

Wellbeing support & EAP

Place Rewards discounts

Training & career progression

Recognition programmes

Inclusion & wellbeing focus

Free Places Gyms membership

Life Assurance & will writing services

Job summary

Places for People in the United Kingdom is seeking an Asset Appraisal Officer to coordinate options appraisals for void and tenanted properties, bringing together asset, Customer, financial and technical information to support clear recommendations on whether properties should be retained, invested in or disposed of.

You will manage referrals, identify assets for review and work with internal teams and external specialists to obtain surveys, valuations and other information.

Qualifications

• Experience of analysing financial, operational, social and environmental information to produce clear recommendations or business cases.
• Experience of managing a complex workload and delivering multiple projects or appraisals to agreed deadlines.
• Evidence of working with internal and external stakeholders to reach decisions involving competing business and Customer requirements.
• Relevant experience within a social housing, property, asset management or real estate environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate options appraisals for void and tenanted properties, bringing together asset, Customer, financial and technical information to support clear recommendations on whether properties should be retained, invested in or disposed of.
• Manage referrals, identify assets for review and work with internal teams and external specialists to obtain surveys, valuations and other information.
• Work primarily within the Empty Homes Recycling Programme but may provide wider support with portfolio reviews and asset optimisation projects as well as larger scale acquisitions and disposals.
• Help colleagues reach balanced decisions that reflect financial, operational, environmental and Customer needs.

Job description

As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we move lives forward every day by building, managing and supporting thriving Communities. From new homes, social housing and student accommodation to leisure, education and Community initiatives, our work makes a positive difference to millions of People across the UK. And that takes People who care about doing the right thing. People who are ambitious, ready to grow and motivated to make a difference through the work they do.

We're looking for Colleagues who bring energy, curiosity and ownership. People who enjoy being challenged, support those around them and want to keep raising the bar. Because when we perform at our best, we create more opportunities to invest in our Customers, our Communities and each other.

Experience matters, but it's only part of the story. If you share our values and want to build a career where your work has real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

More about your role

As our Asset Appraisal Officer, you will coordinate options appraisals for void and tenanted properties, bringing together asset, Customer, financial and technical information to support clear recommendations on whether properties should be retained, invested in or disposed of. You will manage referrals, identify assets for review and work with internal teams and external specialists to obtain surveys, valuations and other information. You will primarily work within the fast-paced Empty Homes Recycling Programme but may also provide wider support with portfolio reviews and asset optimisation projects as well as larger scale acquisitions and disposals.

Working across Investment, Finance, Places Management and other business areas, you will help colleagues reach balanced decisions that reflect financial, operational, environmental and Customer needs. You will improve appraisal processes, manage competing priorities and provide financial administration support, including purchase orders, invoices and capital project approvals. You may also represent senior members of the Asset Performance team at meetings and within project groups.

Essential criteria

• Experience of analysing financial, operational, social and environmental information to produce clear recommendations or business cases.
• Experience of managing a complex workload and delivering multiple projects or appraisals to agreed deadlines.
• Evidence of working with internal and external stakeholders to reach decisions involving competing business and Customer requirements.
• Relevant experience within a social housing, property, asset management or real estate environment.

More about you

You understand the political, regulatory, social and environmental issues affecting housing assets and can use evidence to identify opportunities to improve portfolio performance. You are organised, accurate and comfortable managing several detailed appraisals at the same time. You can work constructively with people who hold different views, explain complex information clearly and develop recommendations that balance financial, social, environmental and Customer priorities.

It would be beneficial if you have experience of identifying poorly performing assets and considering options such as investment, remodelling, repurposing, redevelopment or disposal. An understanding of social housing finance, including grant and book values, and experience of processing purchase orders and invoices would also be useful. This role requires a Basic DBS check.

What you'll get

We know rewarding work deserves rewarding benefits. That's why, alongside a competitive salary, you'll have access to a package designed to support you at work and beyond.

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Bonus scheme for colleagues at 2%
• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days
• Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing
• Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases
• Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities
• Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement
• Free membership to Places Gyms
• Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence