Hybrid Asset Strategy Lead - Public Sector Impact

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Pension scheme

Annual leave 28-32 days

Cycle to work

Salary sacrifice car

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking a Property Services professional to support strategic asset management and drive projects across a diverse property portfolio.

You will coordinate asset reviews, engage with community organisations, and work with cross‑functional teams to ensure assets deliver value for residents and align with Council priorities. A hybrid working arrangement is available and the role offers progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Public sector/Property experience
• Strategic asset management knowledge
• Project coordination and delivery
• Analysis and evidence-based decision making
• Policy and process development
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership working
• Organisation, communication and delivery in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the Council’s Corporate Asset Strategy and associated action plans.
• Coordinate and support the delivery of strategic property projects, bringing together multiple stakeholders to drive delivery and achieve positive outcomes.
• Assist in developing and implementing a rolling property review programme to routinely assess whether assets remain fit for purpose, cost-effective, and aligned with current and future service needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve utilisation of the Council’s property portfolio, including developing options appraisals to support evidence-based decision making.
• Coordinate the Council's Community Asset Transfer programme, supporting community organisations through the transfer process and ensuring consistency with Council policy.
• Support the development, implementation and review of property policies, processes, guidance and procedures that support the Council's strategic priorities and objectives, helping to ensure a consistent, effective and corporate approach to asset management.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external enquiries regarding the use of Council assets, including engagement with Voluntary and Community Sector organisations and other public sector partners.
• Work collaboratively with Council services to understand operational need, signpost property related issues and support informed decision making.
• Represent the service at internal and external meetings, developing strong working relationships with partners, stakeholders and community organisations, presenting reports where necessary.
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.

Skills

Property experience

Asset management

Project coordination

Data analysis

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Gateshead Council is seeking a Property Services professional to support strategic asset management and drive projects across a diverse property portfolio.

You will coordinate asset reviews, engage with community organisations, and work with cross‑functional teams to ensure assets deliver value for residents and align with Council priorities. A hybrid working arrangement is available and the role offers progression opportunities.