Assistant Director of Compliance and Building Safety

A place to make a difference

Location:

This is a hybrid role with a national remit and travel to Accent schemes and offices. You’ll be contracted to your nearest Accent office (Bradford/Burnley/Camberley/Peterborough/Stockton).
Salary:
Circa £90k per annum
Permanent, 35 hours per week.

Shape safer homes. Build stronger communities. Lead with impact.

This is an exciting time to join Accent.

We’re making significant investment in our homes, assets, and compliance services, strengthening our commitment to providing safe, high-quality, and sustainable homes for our customers across a national portfolio.

We’re now looking for an exceptional leader to join us as Assistant Director of Compliance & Building Safety - a critical role that will shape how we deliver safety, compliance, and customer assurance across our organisation.

About the Role

As our Assistant Director of Compliance and Building Safety, you’ll provide strategic and operational leadership across compliance, building safety, and managing agent services.

You’ll ensure we meet and exceed our regulatory obligations while delivering excellent, customer-focused safety services.

From leading compliance programmes to shaping our “Building a Safer Future” approach, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring every customer feels safe in their home.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading our approach to asset compliance and building safety, covering gas, electrical, fire, asbestos, legionella, lifts, and more
Ensuring 100% compliance through robust systems, data (the “golden thread”), and performance monitoring
Driving a zero-tolerance culture for health and safety risks
Overseeing procurement and contract management, ensuring strong performance and value for money
Acting as a key contact with the Building Safety Regulator
Developing KPIs and early warning indicators to manage and improve performance
Leading high-performing teams and supply chains, embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Managing budgets and ensuring efficient, cost-effective delivery
Supporting delivery of our Asset Management Strategy and long-term investment plans

Why Join Us?

You’ll join Accent at a pivotal time, as we continue our transformation journey with significant investment in our assets, systems, and compliance approach. With a national footprint, you’ll have the opportunity to influence and make a meaningful impact across diverse communities. We offer flexible and hybrid working, giving you the freedom to choose a base and work in a way that supports you.

As a senior leader, you will play a key role in shaping strategy and driving meaningful change across the organisation. Above all, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to improving lives through safe, sustainable homes.

Your Leadership Impact

At Accent, leadership is about more than delivery, it’s about creating the right culture.

You’ll:

Champion a customer-first mindset
Build inclusive, high-performing teams
Encourage innovation and new thinking
Develop and support colleagues to thrive
Lead with integrity, transparency, and care

About you

CIH Level 5 (or equivalent with CIH top-ups), or willingness to work towards
Extensive experience in construction or a related field, with a strong track record of managing compliance and safety across large property portfolios
Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop high-performing teams
Strong leadership and motivational skills
In-depth knowledge of compliance and health & safety regulations
Demonstrated experience managing substantial budgets and delivering value through effective procurement
Excellent negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and build effective stakeholder relationships
Strong IT literacy, including MS Office and asset management systems
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, flexibility to work outside normal hours where required, including occasional evenings and weekends may be required
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use

The successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment checks, such as DBS and social media screening, before an offer is…