Assistant Director of Property Services

Shape the Future of Housing and Property Services

We are seeking an exceptional and strategic senior leader to join a forward thinking Housing and Communities Directorate at Hull City Council, with responsibility for leading property services that impact thousands of homes and communities. This is a unique opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage substantial budgets, while shaping the future of housing development and growth, building safety, repairs, compliance and asset management.

You will provide visionary and strategic leadership across property functions including:

• Repairs, maintenance, and building safety
• Asset management and reinvestment
• Housing development, regeneration and growth
• Private housing regulation and enforcement
• Compliance with landlord, fire, and building regulations
• Sustainability and innovation in property services
• Financial planning, budgeting, and risk management
• Leading continuous improvement and complex programmes
• Engaging and involving tenants and residents in service delivery and improvement
• Partnering across internal teams, commercial subsidiaries, external stakeholders, and regulators

You will be a key member of the Housing and Communities Directorate, helping to shape organisational strategy and deliver high-quality, safe, sustainable, and value‑for‑money property services that put tenants and residents at the heart of everything.

We want a leader who:

• Has substantial senior‑level experience in property, development, or asset management within social, supported, or affordable housing sectors
• Demonstrates strong financial acumen and experience managing multi‑million‑pound budgets
• Understands regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements deeply
• Has a track record of delivering strategic housing development, asset management, sustainability strategies, and service improvements
• Is skilled in building, motivating, and inspiring high‑performing teams
• Communicates effectively with senior leaders, elected members, boards, tenants, and external partners
• Is resilient, adaptable, and passionate about putting people first and driving positive change

• Play a pivotal role in shaping housing and property services that impact thousands of homes and communities
• Work within organisations that are committed to tenant wellbeing, safety, and sustainable development
• Benefit from a culture that values people, invests in development, and offers real career progression
• Enjoy flexible and agile working arrangements (where applicable)
• Lead innovation and continuous improvement in a dynamic sector

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mark Nearney, Executive Director of Housing and Communities on .

Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.

Shortlisting and Interview dates to be confirmed.

Work Base:
Hull
, expected to work flexibly with some opportunities for homeworking.

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