Strategic Asset Manager

Goodman Masson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 53,249 - 65,082; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

27 days annual leave

Excellent benefits

Pension contribution

Healthcare Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development

EV/Cycle to work

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Local Space in East London is seeking a Strategic Asset Manager for a hybrid role to shape long‑term investment strategies, asset data quality and sustainability of the housing portfolio.

You will translate complex asset information into practical investment programmes, lead AMS development and deliver 5‑ and 30‑year plans for senior leadership and the Board.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Strategic Asset Management within Housing Association or similar organisation.
• Strong knowledge of stock condition surveys, asset data management and data validation.
• Experience developing 5-year and 30-year investment programmes.
• Excellent understanding of lifecycle modelling and long-term asset investment planning.
• Good knowledge of the Decent Homes Standard, Consumer Standards and the social housing regulatory framework.
• Experience using Asset Management Systems (AMS) and analysing complex asset datasets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into practical investment strategies.
• Experience producing reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
• Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of asset investment and business planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of the organisation's Asset Management Strategy.
• Manage, validate and continuously improve stock condition and asset data.
• Oversee Stock Condition Survey programmes with data quality and confidence.
• Act as client lead for the Asset Management System (AMS).
• Develop lifecycle models and 5-year and 30-year investment programmes.
• Translate asset data into prioritised investment programmes.
• Deliver asset modelling, scenario planning and investment analysis for planning.
• Produce strategic reports, dashboards and KPIs for senior leadership and Board.
• Support Decent Homes analysis, regulatory reporting and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with Building Safety & Compliance to align investment with statutory requirements.
• Support funding bids and long-term financial planning through robust asset analysis.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and promote a data-driven approach.

Skills

Asset management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Investment planning

Education

Relevant qualification in Asset Management, Building Surveying, Housing, Construction or related discipline

Tools

Asset Management System (AMS)

Job description

Strategic Asset Manager
East London (Hybrid) | £59,166 + Excellent Benefits

Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnering with Local Space to recruit a Strategic Asset Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal stage in the development of its Asset Management function. Reporting directly to the Director of Assets & New Business, you will play a key role in shaping long‑term investment strategies, ensuring high‑quality asset intelligence and supporting evidence‑based decision‑making across a diverse housing portfolio.

The Role

As Strategic Asset Manager, you will be responsible for leading the organisation's approach to asset intelligence, stock condition data and long‑term investment planning. Working closely with Asset Delivery, Building Safety & Compliance and Finance teams, you will translate complex asset data into practical investment programmes, supporting business planning, regulatory compliance and long‑term financial sustainability. You will also act as the organisation's subject‑matter expert for asset modelling, lifecycle planning and Asset Management Systems, providing high‑quality reporting and insight to senior leadership and the Board.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the organisation's Asset Management Strategy.
• Lead the management, validation and continuous improvement of stock condition and asset data.
• Oversee Stock Condition Survey programmes, ensuring robust data quality and confidence levels.
• Act as the client lead for the Asset Management System (AMS), driving system development and effective use.
• Develop lifecycle models and produce 5‑year and 30‑year investment programmes.
• Translate asset data into prioritised planned and cyclical investment programmes.
• Deliver asset modelling, scenario planning and investment analysis to support business planning.
• Produce strategic reports, dashboards and KPIs for senior leadership and Board reporting.
• Support Decent Homes analysis, regulatory reporting and audit readiness.
• Work closely with Building Safety & Compliance teams to align asset investment with statutory compliance requirements.
• Support funding bids and long‑term financial planning through robust asset analysis.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants and survey providers while promoting a data‑driven approach to asset management.

About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who have strategic asset management experience within social housing, local authority or residential property environments.

Eligibility & Experience

• Significant experience in Strategic Asset Management within a Housing Association or similar organisation.
• Strong knowledge of stock condition surveys, asset data management and data validation.
• Experience developing 5‑year and 30‑year investment programmes.
• Excellent understanding of lifecycle modelling and long‑term asset investment planning.
• Good knowledge of the Decent Homes Standard, Consumer Standards and the social housing regulatory framework.
• Experience using Asset Management Systems (AMS) and analysing complex asset datasets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into practical investment strategies.
• Experience producing reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
• Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of asset investment and business planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A relevant qualification in Asset Management, Building Surveying, Housing, Construction or a related discipline.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong, highly regarded Housing Association with ambitious plans for the future and a genuine commitment to investing in both its homes and its people.

You'll benefit from:

• Hybrid working
• 27 days annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive pension contribution (up to 10%)
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional development and funded qualifications
• Electric vehicle, cycle to work and technology salary sacrifice schemes
• Blue Light Card discounts
• The opportunity to shape the future of a growing Strategic Assets function with future line management responsibility

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If you're interested in finding out more, or would like a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please apply today or contact me directly.