Karl Linder
Assistant Director

Karl has over 28 years of experience in building safety and compliance from surveyor to director level, and on to board member. As a professional senior manager, Karl has extensive experience in affordable asset management.
He has wide-ranging expertise that covers portfolio performance appraisal systems, property compliance, environmental sustainability, delivery of fire safety works, procurement of services and commodities, repairs models including a direct labour organisation, and planned maintenance delivery.
With more than 20 years of experience in leading, building, and managing dynamic, high-achieving teams, Karl is passionate about implementing change to improve customer satisfaction and safety, while also reducing business risk. His focus on delivering results is evident through his success in enhancing property portfolio performance models.
He was Chair of the National Housing Maintenance Forum from 2018 until 2024.
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The Scottish Government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry: what it means for Scotland’s housing sector
The Scottish Government has outlined new fire safety measures following the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, including a Compliance Plan Manager role …
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Supporting Valleys to Coast Housing to improve processes
ARK worked with Valleys to Coast to enhance housing services, tackle repairs efficiently, and improve customer satisfaction. Watch the video …
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Housing Brighton 2025
ARK Consultancy’s Chris Seeley and Tim West will be attending Housing Brighton 2025, where housing professionals will gather to discuss …