Opportunity Details

The client, Phoenix Community Housing, a resident-led social housing association based in south Lewisham, London, is seeking a Director of Finance to join their Executive Team. The organization is known for its strong emphasis on resident involvement, with residents playing a central role in decision-making processes. The Director of Finance will be responsible for ensuring financial regulatory compliance and supporting the Board's strategic objectives. This role will involve overseeing finance, procurement, and commercial teams during a period of growth and strategic development.

The ideal candidate for this role will have executive or senior management experience, with a focus on leadership and strategic decision-making. They will be responsible for financial stewardship, customer-driven decision-making, risk management, treasury management, procurement, and commercial strategies. The Director of Finance will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Team to secure funding at beneficial rates, ensure legal compliance in procurement, and maximize income while aligning with the organization's values and community investment activities. This is a unique opportunity to work for an organization that is truly resident-led, with the resident voice informing all business plans and strategies.

The client, Phoenix Community Housing, is seeking a hands-on and forward-looking Director of Finance to embed a business partnering culture within the Finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening Phoenix's financial position, supporting a customer-led approach to decision-making, and ensuring that all future plans are robust and appropriate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a sector-leading organization that is dedicated to building a better future for its community through resident empowerment and involvement.