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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:
Your main responsibilities will be to lead, plan, and deliver expert professional services within the Asset Management sector. You will also support the development, management, and delivery of council services as well as manage staff responsible for service delivery and support within the department. Additionally, you will ensure the Council maximises service outcomes in a cost-effective manner.
What you will need to succeed:
Proven experience managing a diverse portfolio within an asset management function of a similar size.Extensive knowledge of the property lifecycle, strategic asset management, financial analysis, and risk management.Skilled at developing strategies, policies, and procedures that align with service and corporate priorities.In-depth understanding of landlord and tenant legislation, property management principles, rent reviews, lease renewals, and leasehold obligations.Familiarity with local authority reporting and approval processes is advantageous.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly and managing key stakeholders effectively.Capable of working independently to achieve organisational objectives.Membership in a relevant professional body or association (e.g., Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is advantageous.
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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