Project Manager – Asset Optimisation

at  Peabody

Salary Circa £55,000
Location South East London
Contract type Fixed Term
Weekly hours Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS A 15 MONTH FTC.

If you like variety and a fast paced working day, this job could be for you!
Your typical day might start with a review of properties ready to take to the market then, you could be meeting with external partners, such as solicitors, auctioneers or agents, to review ongoing property sales. Later, you might work with our compliance team to verify that all sales adhere to regulations, before providing a briefing on the status of property transactions and financial updates to senior management.
Working at the heart of our organisation, you’ll play a crucial role in achieving our asset disposal targets, focusing on managing property sales from initial marketing through to completion. With a strategic and hands-on approach, you’ll work to enhance Peabody’s asset disposal processes while ensuring that compliance and financial targets are consistently met.
You’re a confident, driven and organised professional who enjoys working collaboratively across teams and is skilled in building meaningful relationships. With a talent for detail-oriented project management, you’ll ensure each asset disposal project progresses smoothly and efficiently. You’ll be based in the office one to two days per week, with flexibility to work remotely for the remaining time.
Your role covers all aspects of asset optimisation—everything from reviewing routes to market and determining sale prices to liaising with external partners, ensuring all aspects of property disposal meet compliance standards, and providing regular, accurate updates to internal stakeholders. If you’re proactive, highly organised, and eager to achieve tangible results, we want to hear from you.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU’RE:

• Experienced in managing property asset disposals, including various sales routes like auctions, open-market, and stock transfers.
• Skilled in engaging and negotiating with diverse internal and external partners, including real estate agents, surveyors, and legal professionals.
• Knowledgeable in sector-specific legislation, including anti-money laundering regulations and building safety policy.
• Organised, with a strong attention to detail, excellent multitasking abilities, and a talent for meeting tight deadlines.
• A clear and collaborative communicator, able to adapt your approach to achieve the best outcomes for Peabody and our stakeholders.
  If you’re committed to maximising asset value and meeting Peabody’s financial goals, we’d love to hear from you!