Job Title:       Head of Asset Strategy and Investment 
Type:             Permanent  
Location:       Newport (agile working) 
Salary:          circa £70,000
Hours:           Full Time - 37 hours per week 
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Asset Strategy & Investment to lead the strategic management and investment of a large housing portfolio. The role will play a key part in ensuring residents have access to safe, high-quality and sustainable homes, while maximising the value and performance of existing housing assets.
 
This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to shape long-term asset investment strategies, drive service improvements and deliver significant investment programmes that make a real difference to customers and communities.
 
The role and responsibilities
 
As Head of Asset Strategy & Investment, you will lead the planning and delivery of housing investment programmes, ensuring compliance with the Welsh Housing Quality Standard (WHQS) 2023 and all relevant regulatory requirements.
 
Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and delivery of long-term asset management and investment strategies.
• Overseeing more than £22 million in annual investment activity, ensuring effective financial management and value for money.
• Using asset data, stock condition surveys and performance modelling to inform investment decisions and improve efficiency.
• Ensuring homes meet the required quality, safety and sustainability standards.
• Working collaboratively with customers, contractors and internal teams to deliver effective investment programmes and an excellent customer experience.
• Identifying opportunities for estate regeneration through acquisitions, disposals, remodelling and redevelopment.
• Managing procurement, contracts, subcontractors and associated performance to achieve high-quality outcomes.
• Championing health and safety, regulatory compliance and effective risk management.
• Providing strategic leadership, supporting collaboration across service areas and driving continuous business improvement.
• A strong commercial focus will be essential, alongside the ability to balance investment priorities, financial performance and the long-term needs of residents and communities.

About you
 
You will be an experienced asset management and investment professional with a proven track record of leading complex programmes, improving performance and delivering efficiency within a regulated environment.
 
You will bring strong strategic, commercial and financial management skills, together with the ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and turn asset intelligence into effective investment decisions.
 
A thorough understanding of the social housing sector, its regulatory framework and the challenges facing residents and communities will be essential.
 
Qualifications, knowledge and understanding:

• Corporate membership of RICS, CIOB or another relevant chartered professional body in a technical or engineering discipline is preferred.
• Demonstrable knowledge of asset data management, stock condition intelligence and asset performance modelling.
• Understanding of housing health and safety legislation and building safety risk management.
• Experience of managing substantial budgets and financial monitoring processes.
• Knowledge of procurement governance, contract management and public value principles.
• Understanding of sustainability requirements and the challenges associated with delivering sustainable asset management.

Experience:

• Developing long-term asset investment programmes informed by asset performance data and financial analysis.
• Constructing, managing and monitoring large, complex budgets.
• Leading major investment programmes within a client-side role and a highly regulated environment.
• Managing asset data, stock condition information and associated assurance processes.
• Leading specialist teams, including asset surveyors and systems professionals, alongside procurement activity and subcontractor management.
• Delivering successful outcomes on time and to the required quality standards within a regulated environment.

Skills and attributes:

• A proactive, inclusive approach to engaging with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking, including the ability to identify opportunities to influence policy and shape future housing investment priorities.
• A strong understanding of operational challenges affecting customers and communities, including the cost-of-living crisis and wider public sector financial pressures.
• The ability to manage complex budgets, identify financial risks and implement effective mitigation measures.
• A strong commitment to customer service and positive customer outcomes.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and project management software, to support programme monitoring and delivery.

Personal qualities:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence in influencing, negotiating and engaging with people at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative approach to partnership working and the ability to build and maintain effective professional networks.  

Working Environment 
 
An agile working approach provides flexibility to work where most effective while supporting a healthy work-life balance. The role will involve an average of two days per week at the office, with flexibility to work from other locations as appropriate.
 
Four-day working week pilot
 
A four-day working week pilot is currently in place and has been extended until the end of October 2026. The pilot will be reviewed by the board before a decision is made on whether to extend it further or make the arrangement permanent.
 
Employee benefits
 
A comprehensive benefits package is available, designed to support employee wellbeing, financial security and career development.
 
Benefits include:

• 32 days of annual leave, excluding bank holidays.
• Social Housing Pension Scheme, with a 12% employer contribution from the first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities to support professional growth and career progression.
• Health cash plan through Simplyhealth.
• Free, round-the-clock mental health support.
• Free 24/7 access to an online GP service.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Employee discount platform offering savings on retail, hospitality, days out and more.
• Access to an occupational health service.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free on-site parking.

Make a difference through strategic leadership
 
This is an opportunity to lead a significant housing investment portfolio, influence long-term asset strategy and help create safer, better-quality and more sustainable homes.
 
For an experienced asset management professional passionate about investment, innovation and improving outcomes for residents, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact across homes and communities.
 
For more information, please call Emma Keir on (phone number removed)
 
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.
 
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. At BRC Recruitment, we try to respond to all applications, however, due to the high volume of applications, this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
 
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