Board Member

<p><strong>BOARD MEMBER </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £5,000 plus additional payments for committee membership</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for someone to contribute effectively to governing the organisation. You will have skills and experience in at least one of the following areas; housing development, property maintenance, strategic asset management or finance / treasury. Preferably, you will also have experience in the social housing sector. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Hastoe</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Hastoe was established over 60 years ago and now manages more than 7,500 rented, shared ownership and leasehold homes, mainly located across the south of England from Devon to Norfolk. Since 1987 we have focused on being a leading rural housing specialist, helping to sustain rural areas by working in partnership with communities to deliver high-quality, affordable housing developments for local people. However, we still have properties in urban areas that remain important to us.</p><p><br></p><p>Our <strong>Business Strategy</strong> is focused on ensuring our homes are safe, that we deliver on our customer needs, and that we are sustainable as an organisation. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As a Board Member you will be responsible for:</p><p><br></p><p>·        Helping to set our strategic direction.</p><p>·        Overseeing our financial and operational performance.</p><p>·        Supporting effective governance and risk management.</p><p>·        Ensuring regulatory compliance and customer focus.</p><p>·        Acting as an ambassador and representing Hastoe.</p><p><br></p><p>The role is expected to require a time commitment of around 15 days a year, including an overnight stay to attend an away day. Our meetings are held during the day and generally in London. There may be occasional travel required to other locations, e.g for a scheme opening. </p><p><br></p><p>More detailed information about Hastoe can be viewed at <strong> to apply</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Please submit your CV together with a covering letter which sets out your interest and related experience. Email <strong>recruitment@hastoe.com</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Please also include the names of two referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without your prior permission.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’d like an informal conversation about the role, contact our Finance Director, Will Roberts, at wroberts@hastoe.com </p><p><br></p><p><strong>T</strong><strong>he closing date for applications is midnight on 20 September 2026. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>We may be conducting interviews as the recruitment progresses and may close the vacancy before the date specified. We recommend applying early.</p>

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