RQ- Asset Manager (Housing) - Grade 10

Location: Local Authority (on behalf of client)

Contract: 2-month rolling contract

Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella)

Aatom Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Asset Manager (Housing) to support a local authority with the delivery of its operational and strategic asset management functions. This is a key role responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of council-owned land and buildings, driving value, ensuring compliance, and supporting the authority's wider property strategy.

Strategic & Operational Asset Management

• Lead on the development, delivery, and implementation of the Council's Asset Management Strategy and associated plans.
• Drive proactive asset management initiatives that optimise the performance, value, and utilisation of the council's estate.
• Monitor and review asset performance to maximise return on investment and ensure statutory compliance.

Property Transactions & Valuation

• Undertake asset surveys, valuations, and prepare professional reports for disposals, acquisitions, and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare options appraisals to support acquisition, disposal, investment, and redevelopment decisions.
• Provide valuation advice and contribute to the preparation of the Council's capital asset valuations.

Landlord & Tenant Management

• Lead negotiations on Heads of Terms for new leases, renewals, rent reviews, and other landlord and tenant matters.
• Manage relationships with tenants, external partners, and professional advisors to ensure smooth delivery of property-related services.

Acquisitions & Disposals

• Lead on the acquisition and disposal of land and property, ensuring full due diligence and compliance with legislative requirements.
• Oversee the preparation of reports for Cabinet Members and committees as required.

Data & Systems Management

• Manage the corporate Asset Management System, ensuring accurate and up-to-date property records.
• Produce high-quality management information, performance reports, and data extracts to support strategic planning.

Advisory & Professional Support

• Provide expert property and regeneration advice to senior leadership, including the Strategic Head of Property and Commercial Services.
• Offer specialist consultancy support to service departments on a wide range of property-related matters within a mixed commercial portfolio.

• Proven experience in asset management within a public sector or local authority environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of valuations, landlord and tenant legislation, and commercial property management.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and guide senior stakeholders.

Please contact Anisha Patel to apply!