Location
Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU. This role operates a hybrid working approach, requiring regular work both in the office and from home.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£67,083 - £71,961 per annum (SMG1). All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role, except when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), subject to evidential proof.

About the Role
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities. The London Borough of Lewisham is proud to be the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Stock Investment Manager to lead the delivery of major housing investment programmes across our housing portfolio. This key leadership role within the Stock Investment and Asset Management service involves managing significant planned maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and building safety programmes ranging from £20 million to £70 million.

You will oversee projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery is safe, efficient, within budget, and compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements. The role also provides strategic support to the service and deputises for the Head of Stock Investment and Asset Management when required.

Key responsibilities include leading and managing teams delivering major planned maintenance, refurbishment, and capital investment programmes; overseeing project delivery from design and procurement through to construction and final account; leading Section 20 consultation processes and ensuring effective engagement with residents and leaseholders; ensuring compliance with building safety legislation, health and safety requirements, building regulations, and Council policies; building and maintaining productive relationships with residents, contractors, consultants, elected members, and other key stakeholders; managing contractors, consultants, and professional teams to achieve high standards of quality, cost, programme, and customer satisfaction; monitoring programme performance, risk, compliance, and governance with clear reporting to senior management; and supporting the development of long-term investment strategies, asset management plans, and service improvements.

Lewisham Council offers excellent training and development opportunities alongside a range of benefits including generous holiday allowance, Local Government Pension scheme, flexible working and family friendly policies, season ticket and bicycle loans, learning and development opportunities, a range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships, and supportive staff networks with inclusive workplace initiatives.

Experience
Proven track record in delivering complex capital investment programmes within housing, asset management, or construction sectors. Experience working in the public sector or social housing environment is highly desirable.

About you
A dynamic team player and problem solver committed to delivering high quality, compliant, and cost-effective project outcomes. Strong leadership skills, exceptional financial acumen, excellent stakeholder management abilities, and extensive knowledge of delivering projects using various contract types.

Qualifications
A relevant professional qualification is required. The role is subject to a basic DBS check.