Deputy Head of Asset Management

As our next Deputy Head of Asset Management, you will be integral to our senior management team in the housing service. You will build on your strong leadership record to develop a high performance culture where everyone feels valued and pulls together to achieve lasting outcomes for Council residents. You will work with the Head of Asset Management (Housing) and existing Deputy Head of Service to lead our Asset Management service across the city, with responsibilities linked to the delivery of our repairs, voids, cyclical maintenance, and building safety teams, as well as investment planning, capital programme delivery and stock condition. Working with the Housing Senior Management Team, you will be pivotal in strategic planning to develop high quality, effective and consistent service provision. We can't deliver our housing service in isolation; you will play a central role in our collaboration with stakeholders across the city to build and sustain effective partnerships that meet the needs of our multicultural population and diverse communities., The post holder supports the Head of Asset Management to deliver programmes of strategic significance to the Council in order to deliver services to customers in line with Council priorities. They will be responsible for the development and delivery of the service plan and drive continuous improvement initiatives through leading and contributing to cross Council projects, collaborative working with partners and supporting Directorate management teams. The postholder will support the Head of Asset Management in leading on the strategic development and operations delivery of repairs, maintenance and investment programmes across the Council's housing stock and ensure the outcomes deliver against business priorities. Responsibilities

• Lead on delivering programmes of work as defined by Housing Leeds' regulatory requirements and strategic priorities and as directed by the Head of Asset Management.
• Provide strategic leadership on the overall asset management programme for the social housing stock and assist in the strategic delivery of services to the Council's wider asset portfolio.
• Support the operational delivery of services and provide strategic leadership and direction in order to maximise positive customer outputs and meet the services strategic aims.
• Support the Head of Asset Management in the delivery of repairs, maintenance and investment programmes, ensuring they are fully compliant with relevant regulatory and legislative requirements in both Housing Leeds' domestic and communal assets.
• Support the Head of Asset Management in the development and implementation of data and performance monitoring and reporting frameworks, providing transparency and assurance around all property-related activities.
• Develop coherent and affordable strategy for the renewal and management of asset components and infrastructure within the LCC social housing stock in line with the HRA Business Plan and the Council's ambitions.
• Support the Head of Asset Management in leading on all Housing Revenue Account strategic investment planning activities, including setting the HRA Asset Management Strategy and sub strategies, developing all strategic and operational work programmes for social housing property investment as well as the necessary data and systems management infrastructure to succeed.
• Lead on the development, procurement and delivery of the annual capital programme of investment to Leeds's social housing portfolio.
• Drive best financial practice, innovative solutions and new ways of service delivery, In line with the Budget Management Accountability Framework to be responsible and accountable for all financial resources within the service area ensuring value for money and working within financial regulations.
• Represent SMT as and when required to provide briefings to local ward Members and MP's.
• Responsible for the development and delivery of the relevant service plans and drive continuous improvement initiatives through leading and contributing to cross Council projects, collaborative working with partners and supporting Directorate management teams.
• Work with elected Members, MP's, service users, trade unions and partner stakeholders in ways which support inclusive open and accountable government through the provision.
• Lead, promote and deliver positive solutions to achieving diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your service delivery, community engagement and human resource areas, focussing on equality of outcome.
• The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties commensurate to the grade., Contribute to and influence the strategic direction of the service area working with a range of internal and external partners and stakeholders. Identify clear objectives for service delivery and develop and performance manage service action plans. Ensure Business plans are in place for the service and contingencies are identified so that plan objectives can be met.
Collaboration & innovation - Lead, develop and manage partnerships and/or complex programme/project/change environments with a variety of stakeholders that challenges and looks beyond the obvious. Working effectively with partners to deliver cross service projects, thinking and acting creatively to facilitate the delivery of innovative change and new ways of working. Ensure the capacity to respond positively to change is enhanced, 'traditional thinking' is challenged and innovative solutions are pursued throughout the service area. You are skilled in facilitating and encouraging collaboration and motivating teams to maximise performance. Creating a culture that promotes innovation and a 'can do' attitude. Problem solving & decision making - take responsibility and are accountable for developing and implementing appropriate, proportionate and effective solutions to complex service delivery problems. Demonstrate your experience in leading the development of governance structures and actively promoting them through personal decision making. Accurately analyse information and make timely well-judged decisions in order to achieve successful outcomes across a diverse range of related and unrelated issues balancing corporate orientation with operational responsibilities. You understand the pressures facing public sector services and use this to inform decisions and promote best practice within political, legal, financial, governance and statutory control frameworks. Deliver - develop and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders to develop and deliver integrated, high quality, high standard, responsive services that have a positive impact for customers and citizens in the city and region, influencing the strategic direction of the service; identifying, agreeing and developing service improvement projects that reflect changing priorities. Lead and manage a number of complex and potentially conflicting strategic and operational issues/priorities and develop and implement solutions as part of a fully integrated approach to delivering required service outcomes. Influencing the strategic direction of the service using effective consultation and a commitment to the engagement of stakeholders ensuring services support and deliver outcomes that reflect the diverse, multi-cultural needs of our city. People and resource management - use visible, effective and supportive leadership and management skills that engages, develops and encourages talent, supports adaptable ways of working and creates strong more flexible teams. Review and monitor the performance of services, systems, budget, teams and individuals against standards and agreed outcomes in a cost effective and flexible way that is responsive to a dynamic local, political and national context. You use a coaching approach to empower, enable and motivate your team to be their best. Embedding a culture of shared accountability and continuous improvement that ensures you have the right people with the right skills. Ensure plans are in place to ensure there is an efficient and sustainable use of resources, employees are effectively employed and budgets are maximised. The role profile and specification are an outline only and may vary from time to time without changing the character of the job or level of responsibility. LCC Values Leeds City Council values are at the heart of everything we do. They inform the way we design and deliver our services and the way we all work and behave. Leeds City Council expects all its employees and councillors to observe our core values and to understand our codes of conduct for ethical behaviour, correct use of the Digital Information Service (DIS) facilities and protection of sensitive information. They reflect the current needs of the city. In a period of immense change and real challenge we must be both confident and decisive about what we do and how we do it. Observing our values can help us: Working as a Team for Leeds Work in ways which are open, inclusive, responsive and accountable to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers, other stakeholders and partners to achieve excellent outcomes for the citizens of Leeds. Being Open, Honest & Trusted Ensure citizens and council members are provided with all relevant information to make decisions, learn from mistakes and seek to promote continuous improvement and best practice. Working with Communities Work effectively with the variety of partners to deliver services, communicate and involve stakeholders and the wider community in new developments to encourage ownership and commitment.

As our next Deputy Head of Asset Management, you will bring to the role:
• a relevant professional qualification or equivalent substantial experience at a senior level in housing maintenance / investment services
• confidence and credibility as a leader as well as political sensitivity, equipping you to work effectively with senior colleagues, councillors, MPs, partners and residents
• the drive, vision and compassion to shape strategy and develop services which prioritise people's needs and put customers first
• detailed understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and policies and up-to-date knowledge of local, regional and national issues
• ability to manage resources and budget prudently within the context of the current economic, business, cultural and political environment, Detailed knowledge and understanding of regulations and legislation relating to the maintenance and investment in social housing assets.
• Significant experience of leading change programmes, including service quality and driving up standards and performance, demonstrating the ability to manage competing priorities whilst ensuring delivery on a range of programmes and adapting to changing circumstances.
• Substantial experience of delivering a multi-disciplinary service at a senior level that is driven by service user requirements based on delivers customer focused outcomes and excellent customer satisfaction results.
• Experience of successful strategic and operational resource management including the evaluation of competing priorities and managing accountabilities
• Demonstrate knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies, inspections and performance information applicable to the relevant strategic functions e.g. child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. Promoting compliance with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of economic strategy and policy, understanding of local government political systems and experience of working on politically sensitive issues including significant experience of developing productive working relationships with Council Members, trade unions and members of the Corporate Leadership Team which commands respect trust and confidence.
• Ability to demonstrate examples of managing services, implementing change and achieving quality transformational outcomes, showing effective leadership and delivering outstanding results.
• Evidence of significant experience and commitment in relation to the engagement of customers and stakeholders in decision making processes.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of economic strategy and policy, understanding of local government political systems.
• Substantial senior leadership and management experience in a service or operational area relevant to the area of service delivery
• Experience of successful strategic and operational resource management including the evaluation of competing priorities and managing accountabilities
• Be responsible and accountable for all financial resources within the service area ensuring value for money and working within financial regulations.
• Build strong and dynamic relationships and networks and build trust with individuals and partner agencies to deliver better outcomes for Leeds City Council.
• Experience of policy and performance framework development.
• Working Context - The role is primarily office based but post holders are expected to work flexibly both at home and at various locations across the City and region. Hours are worked mainly Monday-Friday, in accordance with the needs of the service; however the post holder will be expected to work outside normal working hours, including attendance at evening/weekend meetings or events if required.
Role profile Roles at this level support the Chief Officer in the professional leadership, management and development of the service in accordance with the Council's strategic objectives and the directorate priorities. People in these roles combine a strategic service development role with operational responsibilities for services and delivery of day to day functions that contribute to the achievement of the Council's vision and strategic outcomes. This involves contributing to the planning, organising, commissioning and delivery of services across the council and with partners to ensure there is a fully integrated city wide approach. As part of a directorate/service leadership team roles at this level live and model values and behaviours to help the council achieve its ambition to be the best city council in the country. Knowledge have an appropriate professional qualification or equivalent substantial knowledge gained through significant managerial or practical experience within the service area and you use your knowledge and expertise to plan and enable the highest levels and standards in the delivery of work across either a specialist area(s) or an entire service. Have a comprehensive knowledge of local, regional and national issues, which influence the city and council strategy, practice and services and you maintain up to date knowledge of current thinking and developments and use this to evaluate and assess business practice to influence ways of working within the professional and technical areas of your expertise. Leadership & strategic planning - Demonstrate strong leadership and management skills to develop a high performance culture across the service where everyone can achieve their potential and 'feel they count' and where there is a drive to deliver the most effective and efficient solutions. Show that there is evidence of a high performing, engaged and productive workforce along with effective leadership and management that leads to solution focussed and quality outcomes.

Leeds City Council is one of the most ambitious, forward-thinking social housing landlords in the country with a portfolio of around 53,000 homes. As a Deputy Head of Asset Management you will assist the Head of Asset Management (Housing) in providing strategic and operational leadership to the delivery of Housing Leeds asset maintenance and investment services, ensuring a high quality, high performing and customer focused housing service. It's not about day-to-day problem solving, this is a strategic role allowing you to have real influence over the future of our services and drive continuous improvement for the benefit of Council tenants in our city. We are looking for a creative, forward thinking and highly motivated leader with a proven track record in this field of expertise. In this key role you will work closely with the Head of Asset Management (Housing) to deliver programmes of strategic significance to the council and the city, working collaboratively across the council and with partners. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.


• a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further