Head of Property

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Housing Association seeks a Head of Property & Compliance Services on a temporary six-month contract. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in social housing, policy development, and leading repair and compliance functions, ensuring value for money in services provided.

Benefits

37.5 hours per week

Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Qualifications

• Experience in Social Housing.
• Experience developing and implementing M&E policies/procedures.
• Experience in leading property management teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Repairs, Planned, and Compliance functions.
• Supporting the Compliance Manager with M&E policies.
• Improving property services functions.

Skills

Leadership

Policy Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Cost Efficiency

Job description

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We are currently working in partnership with a leading Housing Association based in Bristol, who are recruiting for a Head of Property & Compliance Services on a temporary six-month contract.

The position is due to start immediately; however, the client is open to hearing from candidates with a longer notice period.

The day rate for the role is up to £400 per day via an Umbrella company. To achieve this rate, candidates need demonstrable experience leading a Public Sector Property Management department.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing and implementing policies/procedures around M&E. Alongside exposure to M&E, the successful candidate must have delivered a cost-efficient yet effective Repairs & Maintenance Service.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Leading the Repairs, Planned, and Compliance functions within a Housing Association
• Supporting the incumbent Compliance Manager, especially with M&E policies
• Playing an active role in the overall improvement of the property services function
• Attending contractor meetings and ensuring value for money
• Adopting a profit/loss approach, streamlining services while maintaining high standards

Experience required:

• Experience in Social Housing
• Experience working with housing customers
• Experience liaising with stakeholders and senior management
• Experience developing and implementing policies and procedures around M&E

Rewards and Benefits:

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that recent experience is required to apply for this role.

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