Head of Building Safety and Compliance

MMP Consultancy is partnering with a Housing Association in North London to recruit an experienced Head of Building Safety & Compliance.

Location: North London

Salary: £75,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the organisation meets its statutory obligations across building safety and compliance, while delivering safe homes and services for residents.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead the Building Safety & Compliance function across the organisation.
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• Oversee compliance programmes including Fire, Gas, Electrical, Asbestos, Water Hygiene, and Lift Safety.
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• Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and all relevant legislation.
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• Manage compliance contractors, remedial works, and major service contracts.
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• Lead relationships with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders.
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• Manage budgets, procurement activities, and contract performance.
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• Drive continuous improvement and maintain a strong compliance culture.
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Essential Requirements

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• Senior leadership experience within Housing, Property, Asset Management, or a related sector.
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• Strong knowledge of building safety, fire safety, and statutory compliance.
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• Detailed understanding of the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act.
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• Experience managing large-scale compliance programmes and contractors.
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• Proven track record of regulatory engagement and audit readiness.
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• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and communication skills.
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Desirable

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• Professional membership such as CMIOSH, MCIOB, MRICS, MIFSM, or IWFM.
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• Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property, or Health & Safety.
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• Experience within the Social Housing sector.
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