Accommodation Sourcing Manager

Are you an expert in sourcing accommodation for government contracts?
We're looking for a highly experienced Accommodation Sourcing Manager (also known as Property Acquisition Manager or similar) to support a major public sector accommodation and service project., This is a temporary assignment with a critical impact. You'll provide specialist insight into the asylum accommodation sector, helping our client shape a competitive, compliant, and innovative proposal for a major public sector accommodation and service project., Act as subject matter expert on asylum accommodation provision
Advise on acquisition strategies (block leasing, housing associations, landlord incentives)
Provide market intelligence on rental trends and regional housing availability
Interpret public sector accommodation and tender documentation and advise on pricing, risk, and mobilisation
Draft/review technical responses for the bid team
Identify innovative solutions for void risk, compliance, and service user integration
Liaise with legal and compliance teams to ensure regulatory alignment
Benchmark cost-per-bed, void costs, and acquisition timelines
Attend bid meetings and Home Office engagement events

Proven track record sourcing/procuring accommodation for:
Government contracts (e.g. asylum, post-prison housing)
Home Office or Ministry of Justice frameworks
Deep understanding of frameworks like AASC , or similar
Strong knowledge of HMO licensing, planning regulations, and property compliance
Familiarity with Home Office/MOJ accommodation standards and delivery models

Accommodation Sourcing Manager (Interim/Contract) Remote | Competitive day rate | 37.5 hours/week | Immediate Start | Contract Role