Chief Executive Officer

Chair’s Foreword

On behalf of the Board, thank you for your interest in the role of Chief Executive Officer at Grampian Housing Association.

This is an important appointment for the organisation. Grampian has a strong track record of delivering high-quality homes and services and we are proud of the difference we make across the communities we serve.

As we look ahead, we are seeking a Chief Executive with the experience, energy and commitment to provide clear leadership, build on our strengths and achieve further success for Grampian through the opportunities and challenges ahead.

The successful candidate will bring substantial senior executive experience, along with the vision to lead positive and sustainable change while ensuring we continue to meet our regulatory, environmental and compliance responsibilities, and maintain affordable rents.

You will have a strong understanding of the social housing sector, its challenges and drivers, and a proven track record of senior leadership within a customer-focused and regulated environment. Experience of overseeing significant revenue and capital budgets, alongside long-term financial planning, will be essential.

Equally important is your ability to lead and support our colleagues. You will be a visible and inclusive leader, able to empower staff, build a positive and high-performing culture, and maintain a clear focus on improving services and outcomes for our tenants and customers.

Above all, we are looking for someone who shares our values and our commitment to good governance, strong performance and excellent service. The successful candidate will work closely with the Board to shape the future direction of the organisation, ensuring that we continue to operate in a sustainable and responsible way.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this opportunity.

Jim Cargill

Chair

Welcome

Grampian plays an important role in providing affordable homes and services that support communities across the north east of Scotland. We are committed to delivering high-quality affordable homes, strong local services and positive outcomes for our tenants and partners.

At the heart of our approach is The Grampian Deal, our customer service excellence initiative which sets out our commitment to delivering a positive experience for all our tenants, customers and stakeholders.

This is a key leadership opportunity at an important point for both the organisation and the wider housing sector. The Chief Executive will work closely with the Board and partners to provide strong leadership and help shape the organisation’s future.

Grampian has a strong foundation. We are a values-led organisation, with respect, integrity, commitment and empathy at the heart of how we work. Our colleagues are dedicated and focussed on delivering the best possible service for our tenants and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will build on this by ensuring we continue to:

• deliver high-quality, affordable homes
• provide accessible and customer-focused services
• embed and strengthen The Grampian Deal across all areas of our work
• work with and support our colleagues to develop a positive, high-performing culture
• operate in a financially responsible and sustainable way

We are proud of the difference Grampian makes every day, and we are looking for a leader who can help us continue that work in a thoughtful and sustainable way.

We are committed to a fair, open and robust recruitment process, supported by strong governance and appropriate independent advice.

If you share our values and are motivated to make a positive difference, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Grampian offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, reflecting the importance of this role and our commitment to supporting our people. We recognise that relocation is an important consideration, and we are committed to supporting the successful candidate as part of this process.

Our approach to reward reflects our wider commitment to wellbeing, development and supporting colleagues to perform at their best.

Grampian is based in the north east of Scotland, an attractive place to live and work. From vibrant towns to coastal and countryside areas it provides a balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle.