An introduction from our Chair designate…

Thank you for your interest in joining Meridian Homes our Board. As the new Chief Executive, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of Meridian Home Start and make a significant impact on the lives of the families we serve.

We are a Community Benefit Society founded by the Royal Borough of Greenwich to provide affordable rental housing for working families typically offering rent at around 65% of market levels. We operate independently and have developed around 200 homes since we were established in 2016 and also own and manage 29 street properties located throughout Greenwich. We are an ambitious organisation and with the full support of the Royal Borough of Greenwich we aim to increase our rate of development to around 500 homes within the next five years to meet the ever-increasing demand for affordable rent.

We’re at a pivotal point in the organisation’s journey and are seeking a new Chief Executive to lead and develop MHS.  This is a real opportunity to re-shape an organisation.  We are actively considering, with the Council’s express support, whether to apply for registered provider status as a not-for-profit housing association with the regulator of social housing. The decision we take will inform the development of our new five-year business plan. We hope you can see it’s a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact and help shape the future of our organisation.

We are seeking candidates who have extensive executive experience in the social housing sector. You will ideally have had responsibility for strategic oversight of housing management and / or development and are familiar with dealing with the Regulator.   You will have a track record of operating successfully in a political environment, demonstrating an ability to negotiate and build positive relationships and partnerships to deliver sustainable growth, aligning with Royal Borough of Greenwich’s vision for communities and place-making. Your understanding of good governance and track record of overseeing growth and positive team building  will be crucial as we renew our organisation and build a new board and executive team.

If you are passionate about making a difference, eager to contribute your skills, and ready to help us shape the future of our organisation, to support families and their communities, we would be delighted to hear from you. This is a chance to be part of a team that values openness, ambition, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Having read the information on this microsite, should you wish to have a confidential discussion, please contact our appointed advisor Sioned Hughes from Altair on 07887 791381 or email sioned.hughes@altairltd.co.uk.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Stephen Stringer

Chair designate