Asset Manager - 18 Month FTC

Asset Manager
Location: Essex
Department: Asset Management
Salary: £60,000

About the Role
We are seeking a highly capable Asset Manager to lead the delivery of an ambitious Asset Management Strategy across a diverse property portfolio.
This is a key leadership position responsible for driving performance, value, and long-term sustainability. You will oversee investment planning, asset performance, and maintenance programmes, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering a customer-focused, commercial approach to asset management.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Portfolio Management

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  Lead the delivery of the Asset Management Strategy, ensuring long-term portfolio sustainability and maximising return on investment
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  Analyse asset performance to identify underperforming stock and implement improvement or disposal strategies
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  Set and maintain asset, home, and component standards

Asset Performance & Investment

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  Oversee planned maintenance, renewal, and servicing programmes to ensure efficiency and value for money
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  Lead long-term investment planning using data-driven insights
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  Maintain accurate and robust asset data to support reporting and forward planning
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  Drive continuous improvement in asset performance and customer outcomes

Compliance & Sustainability

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  Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, legislative, and industry requirements
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  Lead programmes supporting sustainability targets, including progress towards net zero carbon by 2050
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  Oversee delivery of energy performance improvements across the portfolio

Leadership & Team Management

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  Lead, develop, and motivate a high-performing Asset Management team
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  Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance across programmes
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  Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards

Stakeholder Engagement

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  Build effective relationships with internal teams, partners, and external stakeholders
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  Work collaboratively with customer-facing teams to ensure a seamless and high-quality service
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  Engage with regulators and contribute to strategic reporting

Procurement & Programme Delivery

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  Oversee procurement and contract management to deliver best value outcomes
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  Lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects across the asset portfolio
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  Drive operational efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives

About You
Essential Experience & Skills

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  Significant experience in a senior asset management or property maintenance leadership role
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  Strong expertise in contract and project management
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  Proven experience managing substantial budgets and delivering value for money
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  Advanced knowledge of asset management systems and data analysis
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  Experience in planned maintenance, investment planning, and asset performance management
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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  Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable

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  Experience within the social housing sector
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  Professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB)
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  Experience managing large budgets (£5m+ per annum)
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  Knowledge of property investment and financial principles
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  Experience presenting to senior stakeholders