Head of Housing & Property Asset Management

Head of Housing & Property Asset Management

Head of Housing & Property Asset Management

Location:

Sevenoaks, Kent

Hours:

Monday – Friday 37.5hpw
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000pa

KHR are working in collaboration with an established not-for-profit organisation within the social housing sector, looking for a new Head of Housing & Property Asset Management, based in beautiful Sevenoaks.

As Head of Housing & Property Asset Management you will oversee the maintenance and management of the Association’s properties, including rented and leasehold independent living apartments, the care home, communal facilities, and offices.

• Support the Senior Management Team, attend Board meetings, and manage budgets
• Lead and develop staff, ensuring training and compliance with regulations
• Foster collaboration and represent the Association professionally
• Oversee repairs, maintenance, and vacant property turnaround
• Manage contractors, procurement, and development projects
• Conduct property audits, track KPIs, and develop long-term asset plans
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices
• Act as Health & Safety Coordinator and Fire Officer
• Ensure all safety checks, policies, and risk assessments are up to date
• Engage staff and residents on safety matters and report compliance
• Manage lettings, sales, and rent setting
• Conduct estate inspections, enforce tenancy agreements, and address issues
• Improve resident services, encourage engagement, and provide performance reports

• Educated to degree level
• Housing Management Qualification (Level 4 and above)
• Experience in a similar asset management role
• Solid knowledge of the legislation relating to social housing and of legal, regulatory and operational issues relating to housing management services
• Understand Health & Safety legislation
• Able to implement and develop policies and procedures
• Excellent budget management and negotiation skills
• Effective project management experience
• Ability to use own initiative, solve problems and develop staff

Benefits include:
Pension and Health Cash-Back Scheme, 33 days holiday increasing with annual service, Training and development.

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.