Assistant Director of Assets

NIFHA - Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Association; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Housing Association is seeking an Assistant Director of Assets to lead strategic asset management, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure delivery on growth plans in Northern Ireland. This leadership role demands a values-driven individual focused on community building and high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in asset management or housing.
• Track record of delivering strategic projects.
• Values-driven with a focus on community impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of asset management strategies.
• Oversee property compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Manage a high-performing team in delivering housing services.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Job description

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Assistant Director of Assets Apex Housing Association

• Closing Date: 30 July 2025
• Location: Northern Ireland Based
• Salary: Competitive Salary and Benefits
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: 37
• Job Ref: 25032

Assistant Director of Assets

At Apex, we are proud to be more than a housing provider – we are a people-focused organisation committed to building quality homes and sustaining vibrant communities across Northern Ireland. Our homes, services, and support touch the lives of over 16,000 tenants and residents, delivered with the passion and purpose that define us as a leading housing association.

Apex has experienced significant growth in recent years with properties across Northern Ireland and offices in Derry ~ Londonderry, Belfast and Dungannon, and we have ambitious plans to expand further. As a result, we are recruiting four critical leadership roles at Assistant Director level, each integral to delivering our strategy and strengthening leadership across key functions. This new senior structure will enable us to seize new opportunities and meet future challenges.

The Assistant Director of Assets will have a critical leadership role in delivering and evolving our strategic asset management approach and will work in close conjunction with the Assistant Director of Development to ensure a collaborative approach within the Directorate. The successful candidate will lead a high performing team and oversee the planning, implementation and delivery of response and planned maintenance, property compliance, investment in housing stock, and sustainability—including energy efficiency and decarbonisation.

This is a vital role to ensure that Apex continues to deliver on our ambitious growth plans and continue to lead the way in building sustainable communities through the delivery of quality, affordable homes. We are seeking a values-driven leader- someone who cares deeply, takes ownership, works collaboratively, and strives for excellence.

This role represents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Apex and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality homes and outstanding services. We are seeking values-driven leaders – people who care deeply, take ownership, work collaboratively, and strive for excellence.

To read more about this opportunity visit the link and download the candidate brief:

Apex Housing is an equal opportunities employer.

• 10 Butcher Street Derry City Co Londonderry BT48 6HL