Asset Appraisal Manager

Job title:

Asset Appraisal Manager

Company

Places for People

Job description

Reporting Group:Assets and InvestmentsAssets and InvestmentsAt Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply – you could be just who we’re looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we’re more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That’s someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK’s leading Social Enterprise we’re dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleAs Asset Appraisal Manager you will co-ordinate a small team managing a high-volume void appraisal program aligned with the Asset Ownership Strategy. You’ll be responsible for achieving business plan targets related to void appraisals through managing referrals, appraisal and handover processes. Your focus will be on continually improving processes and data insight to ensure we are delivering high quality, accurate appraisal recommendations faster and in line with group strategies, balancing long-term investment with social outcomes. Effective stakeholder communication and collaboration will be key, particularly with colleagues in our voids, finance, legal and transaction teams. You will also support the work of the wider team in ensuring we understand how our assets perform and continually drive improvement and innovation. Additionally, you will deputise for the Head of Asset Performance in meetings and project teams.The Essential Criteria for this role is listed below.

• Strong understanding of political, financial, regulatory, social, and environmental challenges to ensure assets meet housing needs and deliver financial returns.

• Experience of undertaking data-driven financial appraisals on social housing assets, balancing financial and social outcomes to ensure effective decision making.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with diverse range of stakeholders to ensure targets are met and standards maintained.

• Proven experience of improving business processes to drive improved efficiency and outputs.

• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments and managing a large volume workload and targets.

More about youYou will be passionate about the affordable housing sector, be results driven and thrive in a high pressure, high workload environment. Your communication skills will be exemplary and you will be comfortable communicating with a wide range of stakeholders. You should have a strong awareness of the political, regulatory, social, and environmental challenges in the sector to ensure the Group’s assets meet housing needs and deliver solid financial returns. Your experience should include making strategic, data-driven real estate decisions to improve portfolio performance, particularly regarding individual void properties; and a focus on continual improvement.The benefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there’s always more we can do to make you smile, that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave

• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year

• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%

• Training and development

• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more

What’s next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment teamIf you are a Places for People customer and you’re looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsAt Places for People, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.Armed Forces – We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.Disability Confident – We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.

Expected salary

£45000 per year

Location

England

Job date

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 04:47:43 GMT

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