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Your new organisation:
Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.The London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London's Good Work Standard employers. This accreditation is proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.
Your new role:
The Strategic Asset Manager will lead and support the strategic planning, development, and management of the Council's property portfolio. They will also ensure the optimal use and management of the Council's estate, maximising financial and social returns while aligning with corporate and political priorities.The Strategic Asset Manager will contribute to the development of the Council's Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP) and lead its implementation, including the delivery of the Corporate Landlord function.The post-holder will manage 2 staff responsible for service delivery and support within the service area, collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders.
What you will need to succeed:
Extensive experience in a similar sized public sector organisation, focusing on an asset strategy and the implementation of asset plan objectives.Strong understanding of property and asset management principles, financial analysis, risk management, and market influences.Proven track record of successfully managing complex asset portfolios, showcasing effective decision-making and strong commercial expertise.Extensive leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and guide teams toward shared goals.
What you will get in return:
Enjoy a competitive salary and a generous local government benefits package, including the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and 28 days of annual leave, amongst other perks! Benefit from hybrid and flexible working arrangements, with the option to work 1-3 days in the office, and lots more.
What to do now:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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