Job Details

In this exciting role as Asset Manager, you will support the Head of Property to develop and manage asset management budgets. Overseeing the daily operations of our properties, collaborating with tenants, contractors, colleagues, and other internal and external stakeholders. You will also be part of our ambitious plans to invest and upgrade our properties, through significant investment in property improvements and environmental upgrades. Your ability to develop relationships and work closely with various stakeholders will be vital in influencing and driving forward our strategy and make a real difference to the Trust and our beneficiaries.

• Developing and implementing asset strategy which includes our long-term investment plans.
• Overseeing day repairs and maintenance, including responsive, planned, and cyclical maintenance.
• Ensuring the portfolio meets all relevant health and safety regulations, building standards and other requirements.
• Managing capital and revenue investment for upgrading and improving our properties.
• Maintaining and using accurate asset management data to inform decision making and reporting.
• Monitoring and evaluating the performance of contractors and service providers.We are a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments. We welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee an interview to those who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you wish to apply through the Disability Confident scheme, please email hello@spiderrecruit.co.uk or call 01473 276146 to speak to Spider who are handling this vacancy on our behalf.

As our Asset Manager, you will bring strong expertise in housing-related asset management, property improvement works, and people management. You’ll have in-depth knowledge of building construction, health and safety legislation, and compliance standards (CDM, gas, electrical, LOLER, Legionella, fire safety), alongside proficiency in preparing specifications, tender documents, drawings, and reports using tools like Excel, Visio, AutoCAD, and Pyramid. A relevant professional qualification (such as CIAT, MCIOB, HNC, HND, RICS) is essential, along with experience in contract administration, maintenance planning, and project management. Strong communication skills, a customer-focused mindset, and alignment with The Papworth Trust’s values are key, as is flexibility to travel when needed.

Please note: The post will be subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks process.