Role: Director of Property Services Location: (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in office in London) Salary: £97,000 + market-leading benefits MMP Consultancy is partnering with a large public sector organisation in London to appoint an experienced Director of Property Services to lead a complex, multi-disciplinary property function at a critical point of transformation and investment. This is a senior leadership role with strategic, operational and regulatory responsibility across a diverse housing and property portfolio, placing safety, compliance, sustainability and resident outcomes at the heart of service delivery. Direct Reports You will provide leadership and oversight across the following functions: Assistant Director of Housing Services Head of Reinvestment & Sustainability Head of Compliance & Building Safety Head of Repairs Head of Programming & Asset Data Purpose of the Role Provide strategic leadership and effective management of Property and Housing Services Create and deliver a compelling long-term vision for the organisation's property portfolio Develop and implement asset management, sustainability and housing standards strategies Ensure the asset portfolio is safe, compliant, financially viable and performing optimally Lead regulatory compliance, including the Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act Build strong, value-for-money partnerships with contractors and service providers Work collaboratively at Executive level to deliver integrated, resident-focused housing services Key Responsibilities Corporate Leadership & Governance Attend and contribute to Board and Committee meetings, presenting clear and concise reports Lead the development and delivery of Property & Housing Services strategies, policies and procedures Provide expert advice on statutory, regulatory and sector changes and their organisational impact Produce robust business plans aligned to future demand, risk and financial sustainability Ensure high-quality performance reporting, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement Maintain strong relationships with regulators, commissioners, funders and key stakeholders Asset Management Lead delivery of the Asset Management Strategy in line with organisational objectives Improve asset data quality, integration and governance to inform investment decisions Act as subject matter expert for asset management system implementation Oversee planned investment programmes including Decent Homes, safety and sustainability works Identify and secure funding opportunities to enhance and future-proof the housing stock Lead delivery of environmental sustainability and carbon reduction strategies Ensure transparency, accountability and Board assurance on asset decisions Repairs & Maintenance Provide strategic leadership of repairs and technical services Ensure effective procurement, contract management and performance monitoring Maintain robust controls around cost, quality, compliance and customer satisfaction Oversee in-house and outsourced delivery models to ensure value for money Manage operational and financial performance across all repairs services Compliance & Building Safety Lead and be accountable for landlord health & safety and building safety compliance Ensure full compliance with the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety legislation Oversee delivery of inspection, servicing and remediation programmes Lead development of digital safety systems, including the Golden Thread Maintain oversight of high-risk buildings, remediation programmes and FRA actions Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on building and fire safety matters Redevelopment & Reinvestment Oversee capital funding bids and redevelopment opportunities Lead stock appraisal, disposal and reinvestment strategies Support delivery of refurbishment and redevelopment projects aligned to future needs Work closely with Finance to assess investment viability and risk Housing Services Oversight Support and challenge senior housing leadership to ensure effective service delivery Oversee income management, rent collection and housing revenue performance Ensure leases, management agreements and asset registers are accurate and compliant Hold partner landlords to account where maintenance responsibilities sit externally Financial & People Management Lead budget setting, forecasting and financial control across Property Services Ensure strong financial discipline, value for money and efficiency delivery Provide visible leadership, direction and development to senior managers and teams Drive a culture of accountability, performance excellence and continuous improvement About You You will be a senior property leader with: Significant experience operating at Director / Head of Service level Strong knowledge of social housing, asset management and building safety legislation A proven track record of leading large, complex property portfolios Experience working with Boards, Committees and Executive teams Strong commercial, financial and contract management capability A collaborative leadership style with a clear focus on resident outcomes For a confidential conversation or further details, please contact or (phone number removed)