Top job! Director
- Full time
- £71,089 – £74,134
- Kirkintilloch/Hybrid working available
- Closing 14th November 2023
Due to the retirement of our long serving Director, we have a unique opportunity available for the position of Director to work with the Management Committee and staff team to deliver the association’s vision of “a great community with a strong sense of belonging”.
Hillhead Housing Association is a community-based housing association based in the Hillhead area of Kirkintilloch. The Association owns and manages around 830 units and is well governed. We are focused on delivering excellent customer services to tenants and other stakeholders for which we enjoy an excellent reputation.
Our Director will be instrumental in the association achieving the following aims by 2026:
- Improving the quality of life locally.
- Strengthening local decision making.
- Encouraging wider community engagement.
- Maximising our use of digital technologies.
- Safeguarding our financial position.
- Combating climate change.
- Exploring opportunities for growth.
The association recognises that our staff and committee members are key to delivering our vision, values and strategic plans. We invest in our team and, as an EVH employer, provide a generous set of terms and conditions of employment alongside a flexible working environment including the option to work on a hybrid basis.
As our Director you will have a committed, flexible and adaptable approach to work. You will have an excellent knowledge of housing issues and policy, experience of working in an RSL or similar organisation at a senior level along with strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate well at all levels.
We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our high performing Property Services Team. The role covers all aspects of Estate Management. The successful candidate will take a lead role in ensuring Hillhead Housing Association’s operating area is maintained to the best standard and is a safe and healthy environment for all.
Our ideal candidate will be well organised with the ability to keep clear and concise records, have current knowledge and understanding of the model Scottish Secure Tenancy Agreement, as well as knowledge of Health and Safety legislation. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be confident using their own initiative to complete tasks, as well as being able to work well as part of a small team. This is a vital customer facing role and the successful candidate should have the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships.