Assistant Director of Assets

Acorn by Synergie; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Director of Assets to lead asset management initiatives and drive net zero strategies. The role offers a salary of £80,000 per annum, full-time and permanent, based in Newent with hybrid working options. Ideal candidates will possess leadership experience in social housing and strong strategic skills. A competitive benefits package is included.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced senior leader managing multi-disciplined teams.
• Proven ability to create ambitious strategic plans.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset management and net zero strategies.
• Act as technical advisor for asset management.
• Support the Heads of Assets and Compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic management of social housing

Analytical skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject

Relevant management qualification (ILM, CMI)

Tools

NEBOSH or similar

Project management qualification

Job description

Assistant Director of Assets

Newent, Gloucestershire | £80,000 per annum | Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid & Flexible Working

Introduction

Everyone should have a warm, safe, and affordable home.

As Assistant Director of Assets, you will play a key role in helping us provide this for families in Gloucestershire and surrounding areas. You will lead the development and delivery of ambitious asset management and net zero strategies, ensuring tenants remain at the heart of all decisions.

You will act as the technical advisor for all things assets, including management, maintenance, energy improvement work, surveying, and compliance. You will support the Head of Assets and the Head of Compliance in delivering customer-focused services and developing a culture that values diversity and supports internal learning and development.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

You will be a strong leader, able to inspire an inclusive, values-driven culture and ensure homes remain safe, warm, and high-quality. You will advocate for tenants, listening to their feedback and using this to shape asset management strategies.

What We Are Looking For

• Experienced senior leader with a track record of managing multi-disciplined teams and external contractors.
• Skilled in strategic management of social housing, landlord compliance, capital works delivery, net zero, building safety, CDM, health and safety, and contract procurement.
• Proven ability to create and deliver ambitious strategic plans with measurable results.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to set clear direction and accountability for all areas of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant management qualification such as ILM, CMI, or similar (desirable).
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• MRICS or MCIOB (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.
• NEBOSH or similar (desirable).
• Project management qualification (desirable).

Key Details

Salary: £80,000 per annum

Full-time, permanent role

Location: Newent, Gloucestershire, with hybrid and flexible working

Competitive benefits package

How to Apply

• ACORN by Synergie is managing recruitment for this role. To apply, please submit:
  • An up-to-date CV
  • A personal statement (max 500 words) highlighting why you want to join Two Rivers Housing and how you meet the requirements
• Deadline for applications: Midnight on Sunday 23rd November.
• Interviews are scheduled for 4th and 10th December. Please contact our recruitment partners if you require adjustments for the process.
• ACORN by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.