Assistant Director of Asset Strategy, hireful

Assistant Director of Asset Strategy

Location:

National (Hybrid with national remit, contracted to nearest office: Bradford/Burnley/Camberley/Peterborough/Stockton)

Salary:
Circa £90k per annum

Permanent, 35 hours per week

Shape the future of their homes. Drive sustainability. Lead with impact.

You will lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s asset management and sustainability strategies, ensuring homes meet regulatory standards while supporting net zero and decarbonisation ambitions.

• Leading the development of asset management and sustainability strategies, including decarbonisation and energy efficiency programmes
• Driving delivery of the zero‑carbon agenda, reducing fuel poverty and improving EPC performance
• Overseeing asset data integrity, including stock condition surveys, Decent Homes, HHSRS, and damp & mould
• Leading on asset option appraisals of homes and the delivery of disposals/acquisitions
• Developing a dynamic 30‑year investment plan to support financial planning and long‑term asset performance
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and statutory standards
• Leading procurement and contract management, ensuring quality and value for money
• Managing budgets and ensuring effective financial control and forecasting
• Building strong relationships with partners and stakeholders to maximise funding opportunities
• Implementing KPIs and performance frameworks, including early warning indicators
• Acting as the strategic lead for data quality and asset intelligence, supporting informed decision‑making

• Create an environment where a customer‑first mindset shapes every decision and where collaboration, trust, and inclusion are actively championed
• Inspire a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, while ensuring colleagues feel supported, developed, and empowered to perform at their best

• CIH Level 5 (or equivalent with CIH top‑ups), or willingness to work towards it
• Extensive experience in strategic asset management
• Proven ability to lead teams in delivering asset management and investment strategies
• Strong leadership skills, with experience building and sustaining high‑performing teams
• In‑depth understanding of asset performance and optimisation
• Experience managing significant budgets and delivering value through effective procurement
• Passion for sustainability, with a commitment to delivering decarbonisation and net zero ambitions
• Excellent negotiation, decision‑making, and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments
• Strong IT literacy, including MS Office and asset management systems
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours where required as part of a Senior Leadership Team role
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use
• Subject to pre‑employment checks such as DBS and social media screening before an offer is confirmed

• Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more
• Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about
• Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through the benefits platform to help your money go further
• Future‑focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind
• Family‑friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work‑life balance
• Career development – From ‘Stepping into Management’ and ‘Management Essentials’ training to the Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more – they’ll help you grow and succeed

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. Candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.