Board Members

We're looking for an executive or senior leader with a strong track record in customer service excellence, ideally gained outside the social housing sector. Experience in sectors such as retail, financial services, hospitality, utilities or transport would be particularly valuable.
You'll help ensure customer insight continues to influence strategic decision-making, bringing expertise in service excellence, customer experience, digital transformation or service innovation. This Board Member will also serve on the Group Governance & Remuneration Committee.
Asset Management
We're also seeking an executive or senior leader with significant expertise in asset management within housing or property.
You'll bring strategic knowledge across areas such as investment planning, property compliance, building safety, sustainability, net zero and long-term asset strategy, supporting the Trust to continue investing wisely in its homes and communities. This Board Member will also join the Group Audit & Assurance Committee.
About You
We're looking for experienced senior leaders who can contribute strategically within a complex, regulated environment.
You'll bring:
Executive or senior leadership experience within your specialist discipline.Strategic judgement and the ability to provide constructive challenge.Strong communication and influencing skills.An understanding of governance and accountability.The ability to analyse complex information and contribute to sound decision-making.A genuine commitment to customers, communities and social purpose.Previous Board or Non-Executive experience would be welcomed but is not essential.

Weaver Vale Housing TrustNorthwich, Cheshire£5,400 per annumApproximately two days per month
Weaver Vale Housing Trust is looking to appoint two new Board Members to help shape the future of the organisation as it embarks on the next chapter of its strategic journey. As the Trust begins developing its next Corporate Plan and prepares to welcome a new Chair, this is an opportunity to join a high-performing Board at an exciting time of change and ambition.
Since 2002, Weaver Vale has grown to own and manage more than 6,800 homes across Cheshire and Warrington. The Trust has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality homes and services, placing customers at the heart of decision-making and creating thriving communities. Following its most recent inspection, the Trust achieved the highest possible regulatory gradings for Governance, Viability and Consumer Standards (G1, V1 and C1), providing a strong platform for the future.
The Board is now looking to strengthen its collective expertise through the appointment of two individuals with different professional backgrounds, each bringing strategic insight, constructive challenge and a shared commitment to excellent governance.
Customer Service