Chief Executive

Scottish Federation of Housing Associations; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 103,489; Full time

Job summary

A prominent housing association based in Glasgow is looking for an experienced Chief Executive to lead its strategic initiatives. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing performance, and fostering community development. A successful candidate will bring a solid leadership background and a dedication to diversity and inclusion, while driving the organization towards its mission of enhancing community living standards. This position also entails engaging with various stakeholders and promoting the association's vision.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior leadership experience in a regulated or customer-focused environment.
• Strong track record of strategic delivery and financial management.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the business plan.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial requirements.
• Build strong relationships with the Board, tenants, and partners.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial stewardship

Organizational change

Empathy

Job description

Thenue Housing Association
c£100, 140 to £103, 489 (EVH Grade 10 Points 29-31) – Under Review
Glasgow/Hybrid
Full-time, Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Thenue Housing Association is seeking an outstanding Chief Executive to lead the organisation into its next phase of development. Reporting to the Board of Management and working closely with the Chair, the Chief Executive will provide strategic leadership to the Executive Management Team and staff, ensuring that Thenue continues to deliver high quality, affordable homes and services that make a real difference to people’s lives and communities. Thenue is a well-established, community-based housing association with deep roots in the neighbourhoods it serves. Its vision is clear: working together to create quality homes and stronger communities where people want to live. The organisation is driven by values of passion, excellence, respect and connection, and places tenants, residents and communities at the heart of everything it does. Alongside managing and maintaining homes to a high standard, Thenue is committed to community regeneration, partnership working and continuous improvement in services.

The Chief Executive will be responsible for translating the Board’s strategic direction into effective delivery across the Thenue Group. This will include leading the development and implementation of the business plan, ensuring strong performance management, and maintaining full compliance with regulatory, legal and financial requirements. The postholder will provide clear leadership, support good governance and risk management, and ensure that the Association remains financially robust and well positioned for the future.

This role demands a visible and engaging leader who can inspire staff, build strong relationships with the Board, tenants and partners, and represent Thenue confidently with regulators, funders, local and national government, and sector bodies. A strong external focus will be essential, promoting Thenue positively and identifying opportunities for partnership, growth and innovation that align with its purpose and values.

Applicants will bring substantial senior leadership experience, ideally within a regulated or customer-focused environment, along with a strong track record of strategic delivery, financial stewardship and organisational change. They will demonstrate sound judgement, high personal integrity and a genuine commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. An ability to connect with the realities faced by tenants and communities, to lead with empathy and clarity, and take account of the views of all stakeholders in decision-making will be critical to success.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected housing association with a strong sense of identity, purpose and ambition. Thenue offers the chance to make a lasting impact, shaping quality homes and stronger communities while leading a dedicated and values-driven organisation.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nigel Fortnum or David Currie on 0141 212 7555 or at [e-mail]

Contact name: Nigel Fortnum or David Currie