***THIS JOB VACANCY HAS NOW CLOSED***
Haig Housing Trust (HHT) is the largest veterans housing charity with a presence across the whole UK. We own over 1500 properties in a mix of small estates, where we work to build communities that allow people to live rewarding lives. We will celebrate our centenary in 2028 and intend to develop our estate for the next 100 years to provide for the veterans of the future. With a supportive and engaged Board, we are growing the executive team that will deliver on that intent.
Put simply, this role is about leadership: dynamic, inspirational and outcome focused. Answerable to the CE for the outputs of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the post holder will deliver real impact for beneficiaries by coordinating work across the charity. We are on an ambitious growth trajectory and want someone who can combine the day-to-day management of teams with the strategic capability to create new opportunities. We make a difference to over 4000 people – we want to do more, so are looking for an experienced senior leader to help us. In return for changing other peoples’ lives we offer the chance to change yours. Why not find out more? Here’s our website: https://www.haighousing.org.uk/
Department: Executive/Housing
Term: Permanent
Location: Hybrid with at least 2 days in office (central London)
About the job
– Lead colleagues collaboratively by personal example to deliver Strategic Objectives
– Coordinate SLT and wider activity to support CE & Board, inc effective risk management
– Lead effective day-to-day housing operations bringing comprehensive specialist knowledge to bear
– Plan for the future – housing development, finance, supporting systems & enabling policies
– Grow a culture of innovation, growth, accountability and continual improvement
– Deliver Business Plan goals: budgets, repairs & maintenance and development
– Ensure compliance & discharge of all legal, regulatory, charitable & reporting requirements
– Grow income model by building partnerships & growing alternative funding streams
– Lead improved team performance supported by effective appraisals
– Effective communication to enable delivery at pace in a complex environment in line with values
– Deliver specific tasks in line with annual objectives
Person Specification
Principal Skills Required
Experience – extensive senior knowledge of housing law, regulation, compliance & operations
Style – engaging with excellent judgment and high standards, adept at holding people to account
Leadership – collaborative and approachable, motivates teams to deliver continual improvement
Change – innovator & self-starter, a calm and robust change champion focussed on outcomes
Growth – flexible and handles complexity well, creates opportunities and builds partnerships
Credibility – builds confidence by integrity, presence, resilience and excellent communication
Knowledge, Skills & Experience – Essential
– Outstanding senior leadership skills, able to inspire & grow team performance
– A proven change champion who can convince and motivate people to adapt
– Outstanding performance & collaborative delivery of tasks across team boundaries
– Senior experience in UK housing management with exemplary professional knowledge
– Incisive analysis that delivers high quality work against taut deadlines
– A passion for and clear delivery of: learning, innovation & continual improvement
– Business planning, project management and budget skills gained at a senior level
– Clear ability to deliver outcomes within legal frameworks and legislation
Knowledge, Skills & Experience – Desirable
– Clear evidence of relevant professional & personal development
– Experience of working with the military and/or veterans’ community
Personal Qualities – Essential
– Absolute integrity, build relationships, influence, trust & credibility with diverse teams
– Outstanding communication skills able to deliver across all audiences
– Attention to detail whilst maintaining sight of the bigger picture
– A problem solver & self-starter, able to deliver with minimum direction
– Personal resilience calm under pressure, with proactive & collaborative mindset
– Clear identification with charitable purpose and tireless working for beneficiaries
– Flexibility to work beyond standard hours to meet the requirements of tenants
Personal Qualities – Desirable
– Commitment to fulfilling development, safeguarding & training requirements
