Asset Manager

Goodman Masson are currently working with a social housing organisation in Sussex to recruit for an interim Asset Manager.

Rate - £400 - £500 a day INSIDE IR35 umbrella

Asset Manager

Are you an experienced property professional with a passion for proactive asset management and contractor oversight? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Asset Manager to join a forward-thinking and impact-driven organisation within the housing sector.

In this role, you''ll play a key part in ensuring the effective management of housing assets, with a focus on property repairs, compliance, and block management. You''ll work closely with contractors and internal teams to ensure high standards of service delivery, asset performance, and resident satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day oversight of managing agents, block managers and repair contractors, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service delivery.
• Implement and monitor the Asset Management Strategy, translating strategic priorities into operational delivery.
• Conduct property inspections and monitor refurbishments to ensure consistent service and compliance.
• Develop and maintain a robust asset performance assessment system, incorporating financial, social, and environmental metrics.
• Manage and refine asset data, stock condition information, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the grading of assets to inform decisions around investment, redevelopment, or disposal.
• Ensure the successful delivery of investment programmes in line with Decent Homes Standards and relevant legislation.
• Support service charge processes and insurance compliance as needed.

About You:

You’ll be an experienced asset or property manager with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. Your communication and stakeholder management skills will be strong, and you’ll be confident working both independently and collaboratively.

Essential:

• Proven experience in asset management, ideally within housing or property management.
• Strong understanding of contractor oversight, repairs, and compliance.
• Excellent administrative, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience using property management systems and data-driven decision-making.
• A collaborative approach and ability to navigate a fast-paced environment.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of block management and repairs compliance processes.
• Experience with asset grading and performance frameworks.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS, IRPM) or relevant property qualifications.

If this role is of interest, please email over your CV to (url removed)