Accommodation Sourcing Manager (Interim/Contract)

Remote | Competitive day rate | 37.5 hours/week | Immediate Start | Temporary Role

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.

About the Role

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.

Must-Have Experience

• 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

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• Hourly Rate: up to £35.00 DOE
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Location: Remote (UK-based)
• Contract Type: Interim / Temporary Assignment