Executive Director - Finance and Investment
Location: Chester
Salary: £147,658 plus 10% car allowance
Overview
This is an exciting time to join Muir and make a significant impact in a unique and wide‑range executive leadership role. As we develop our 2027–2030 Corporate Strategy, we’re looking for an exceptional leader who can help shape our future, maximise opportunities and ensure we continue to deliver outstanding outcomes for our customers, colleagues and communities. We’re an ambitious, financially strong and well‑governed housing association with customers at the heart of everything we do. With offices in Chester, Burnley and Huntingdon, we manage almost 6,000 homes across 30 local authority areas in England. With an annual turnover of £42.8m and a strong platform for growth, we’re well placed to build on our proud history and deliver even greater impact in the years ahead.
Responsibilities
As our new Executive Director, you’ll provide strategic leadership across Finance & Risk, Transformation & Technology, and Development & Asset Management, leading four experienced Directors and their teams. You’ll help ensure organisational resilience, support sustainable growth, drive continuous improvement and turn ambition into delivery. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board and Executive Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our future direction and success.
Qualifications
You’ll be a fully qualified finance professional (CCAB or CIMA) with a successful track record of strategic leadership within the social housing sector. With a high level of business and commercial awareness, you’ll bring expertise in enabling organisational growth through long‑term financial planning and pro‑active business partnering. Importantly, you’ll be a credible and inspiring leader, who builds trusted relationships, influences with confidence and brings people with you. You’ll enjoy leading high‑performing, multi‑disciplinary teams, creating a positive culture and helping colleagues achieve their best.
Executive Director - Finance and Investment in Chester employer: GatenbySanderson
GatenbySanderson is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and inclusivity within the digital services sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer robust growth opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values diverse perspectives. Located at the heart of national strategy initiatives, our team enjoys the unique advantage of influencing impactful public services while working in a supportive environment that prioritises user-centric solutions.
