Strategic Asset Manager

James Andrews Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

We are partnering with a leading supported housing organisation in Exeter seeking a Strategic Asset Appraisal Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.

The role is full-time with a salary of £51,000–£56,000 per annum (depending on experience) and is subject to notice periods. You will lead asset appraisals, develop business cases, and work with cross-functional teams to inform investment and development strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing asset management is required.
• Proven track record of leading teams and managing organisational change.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven approach and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leading the strategic appraisal of properties, estates and land assets to inform investment, regeneration and disposal decisions.
• Analysing asset performance data, condition information, financial metrics and housing demand trends to identify opportunities and risks.
• Developing robust business cases and option appraisals for investment, redevelopment, regeneration and asset disposal programmes.
• Collaborating with Development, Regeneration, Housing Management and Asset teams to support long-term asset strategies.
• Reviewing performance against financial, operational, sustainability and social value objectives to maximise ROI.
• Driving continuous improvement in asset appraisal processes using data, technology and automation.
• Building relationships with local authorities, strategic partners and internal stakeholders to deliver housing outcomes.
• Providing leadership to the asset appraisal function and maintaining high standards of analysis and service delivery.
• Supporting decant, void and redevelopment programmes to minimise rent loss and maximise asset value.

Job description

We are currently partnering with a leading supported housing organisation, based in Exeter, who are recruiting for a Strategic Asset Appraisal Manager to join their growing team on a permanent basis.

Our client is going through an exciting transition period, and is one of the leading housing providers in the South West.

This is a full-time position with a salary of £51,000 – £56,000 per annum (subject to experience) and the start date is subject to notice.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Leading the strategic appraisal of individual properties, schemes, estates and land assets to inform investment, regeneration and disposal decisions
• Analysing asset performance data, property condition information, financial metrics and housing demand trends to identify opportunities and risks across the portfolio
• Developing robust business cases and option appraisals for investment, redevelopment, repurposing, regeneration and asset disposal programmes
• Working collaboratively with Development, Regeneration, Housing Management and Asset teams to support long-term asset and development strategies
• Reviewing property performance against financial, operational, sustainability, regulatory and social value objectives to maximise return on investment
• Driving continuous improvement in asset appraisal processes, utilising data, technology and automation to improve decision-making and efficiency
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with local authorities, strategic partners and internal stakeholders to deliver successful housing outcomes
• Providing leadership and guidance to the asset appraisal function, ensuring high standards of analysis, performance and service delivery
• Supporting decant, void and redevelopment programmes, helping minimise rent loss and maximise asset value across the housing stock

Experience required:

• Extensive experience in social housing asset management, property management, or strategic asset investment
• Proven track record of leading teams and successfully managing organisational change
• Experience undertaking asset appraisals, options appraisals, and business case development for investment, regeneration, or disposal projects
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting stock condition, financial, valuation, and performance data to support strategic decision-making
• Demonstrable experience improving processes through data-driven approaches, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience working collaboratively with Development, Regeneration, Housing Management, and other stakeholders to deliver cross-functional outcomes

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 09:00am-17:00pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.