Asset Data Manager

6 Month Contract With A local Authority

THIS ROLE REQUIRES PUBLIC SECTOR/LOCAL AUTHORITY EXPERIENCE, PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THIS


Job Purpose

To provide strategic leadership and operational management of the Asset Data function within Repairs and Investment, ensuring the effective collection, analysis, management and utilisation of housing asset data to support investment planning, asset performance, stock sustainability and long-term business planning.

The postholder will lead the Asset Data Team, manage asset intelligence and stock condition information, develop investment programmes, support the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Business Plan, and ensure the Council maximises the value, performance and sustainability of its housing assets while delivering excellent services to residents.

The role will act as the lead specialist on asset data management and deputise for the Head of Strategic Asset Management as required.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Asset Management

• Lead on the development, management and continuous improvement of housing asset data strategies and systems.
  
• Produce and maintain accurate stock condition, asset performance and investment information to support strategic decision-making.
  
• Develop and maintain five-year investment programmes aligned to the Council's 30-year HRA Business Plan.
  
• Analyse stock performance, property sustainability and asset viability to identify opportunities for investment, intervention or disposal.
  
• Undertake holistic analysis of stock performance and develop action plans to address non-performing assets.
  
• Ensure asset investment programmes support the Council's strategic housing objectives and regulatory requirements.
  

Asset Data & Analysis

• Lead on all asset data matters across Repairs and Investment services.
  
• Maintain comprehensive stock condition data across the Council's housing portfolio.
  
• Analyse repairs, maintenance, voids and performance trends to identify efficiencies and service improvements.
  
• Use data intelligence to inform capital investment decisions and long-term maintenance strategies.
  
• Carry out annual financial and asset performance evaluations and develop improvement plans.
  
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity and reliability of all asset management databases and systems.
  
• Produce detailed reports, business intelligence data, financial forecasts and investment recommendations.
  

Capital Investment & Financial Management

• Lead on the preparation and monitoring of Housing Capital Works Programmes and HRA investment plans.
  
• Manage capital and revenue programme budgets, expenditure tracking, forecasting and financial reporting.
  
• Work closely with Finance, Commercial and Capital teams to ensure robust financial planning and delivery.
  
• Develop cost-effective investment solutions which maximise asset life while achieving long-term savings.
  
• Prepare estimates, programmes and business cases for investment projects and capital bids.
  

Stock Condition & Compliance

• Lead on stock condition survey programmes and validation of survey data.
  
• Oversee the updating and management of stock condition databases.
  
• Conduct site inspections to verify stock condition information and ensure data accuracy.
  
• Monitor compliance with housing legislation, regulatory requirements and asset management standards.
  
• Review new legislation and industry guidance and recommend policy or procedural changes where necessary.
  

Leadership & People Management

• Provide leadership, supervision and development to the Asset Data Team.
  
• Line manage up to two direct employees and oversee consultants and contractors.
  
• Develop a high-performing and customer-focused team culture.
  
• Provide coaching, mentoring and development opportunities for team members.
  
• Ensure team objectives, targets and performance standards are achieved.
  

Stakeholder & Resident Engagement

• Work collaboratively with residents, resident groups, councillors, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders.
  
• Support improvements to customer experience and resident satisfaction.
  
• Promote effective communication and engagement regarding asset investment programmes.
  
• Represent the service at meetings, committees, panels and stakeholder forums.
  

Governance & Service Improvement

• Develop and maintain policies, procedures and processes supporting effective asset data management.
  
• Ensure compliance with Council Standing Orders, governance frameworks and procurement regulations.
  
• Monitor contractor and consultant performance through agreed KPIs and service standards.
  
• Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement.
  
• Prepare reports, briefing papers and presentations for senior management, Members and committees.
  

Requirements

Essential

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience in Asset Management, Building Surveying, Housing, Property, Data Analytics or a related discipline.
  
• Significant experience within housing asset management, strategic asset planning or property investment.
  
• Strong knowledge of:
  
  • Housing Asset Management
    
  • Stock Condition Management
    
  • HRA Business Planning
    
  • Capital Investment Planning
    
  • Planned Maintenance Programmes
    
  • Decent Homes Standards
    
  • Housing Compliance Requirements
    
• Experience analysing large and complex datasets to support business and investment decisions.
  
• Experience developing asset management strategies and investment programmes.
  
• Experience managing asset databases and stock condition information systems.
  
• Experience managing budgets, financial forecasts and capital programmes.
  
• Proven management and leadership experience.
  
• Strong communication, presentation and report-writing skills.
  
• Ability to interpret data and provide business-focused recommendations.
  
• Experience working with contractors, consultants and external stakeholders.
  
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
  

Desirable

• Professional qualification or membership such as:
  
  • RICS
    
  • CIOB
    
  • CIH
    
  • Asset Management related qualification
    
• Experience working in a Local Authority or Social Housing environment.
  
• Knowledge of:
  
  • Decent Homes Standard (DHS)
    
  • Sustainability and Net Zero programmes
    
  • Housing Asset Management Software Systems
    
  • Business Intelligence and Data Visualisation Tools
    
• Experience presenting to committees, boards or elected members.
  
• Experience undertaking stock option appraisals and asset performance evaluations.
  

Additional Information

• Hours Per Week: 35 Hours
  
• Location: Hybrid Working / Council Offices
  
• Payment Frequency: Bi-Weekly Payments