CEO

About Easy Housing Association

Founded in 2004, EHA became a registered charity in 2006 and a Registered Social Landlord (RSL) in 2011. We provide high-quality housing and tenancy support across the Midlands and London, helping individuals build stability, independence, and brighter futures.

We are a values-led, tenant-focused organisation committed to excellence in housing management, compliance, property standards, and ethical governance. At EHA, we treat tenants, staff, and partners with integrity, fairness, and respect.

We’re hiring: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Easy Housing Association (EHA) is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer or senior housing executive to lead the organisation through its next phase of growth and transformation.

Working closely with the Board of Directors, you will provide strategic leadership across housing management, property compliance, tenancy support, and overall operational performance. This is a pivotal role for a values-driven leader who is passionate about tenant engagement, community impact, and high-quality housing services.

You’ll be responsible for:

Setting and delivering EHA’s strategic vision and organisational direction

Ensuring safe, compliant, and well-managed homes and services

Leading governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management

Overseeing financial sustainability and value for money

Championing tenant voice, service excellence, and community wellbeing

Inspiring and developing teams while building strong external partnerships

This role is ideal for someone with senior leadership experience in social housing, RSLs or charitable organisations, who is ready to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

Shape and implement EHA’s strategic vision in partnership with the Board

Inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement

Ensure the organisation responds effectively to local housing needs

Governance & Regulation

Support the Board in delivering strong, effective governance

Ensure compliance with RSH, Charity Commission and statutory obligations

Provide clear, timely, and transparent reporting

Finance & Risk Management

Oversee financial health, budget planning, and value-for-money delivery

Identify, monitor, and mitigate organisational risks

Maintain robust internal controls, audit processes, and financial governance

Operations & Service Delivery

Lead housing management, maintenance, and tenancy support services

Ensure properties are safe, well-maintained and compliant

Champion continuous improvement, tenant engagement and service excellence

People & Culture

Motivate, develop and support staff in line with EHA values

Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and staff wellbeing

Encourage professional development and ethical leadership

External Relations

Act as EHA’s public representative and advocate

Build strong relationships with regulators, local authorities, funders and partners

Strengthen EHA’s reputation in the housing sector and communities served

Person Specification

Essential:

5+ years’ senior leadership experience in social housing, RSLs, or charitable organisations

Strong understanding of housing regulation, governance, and financial management

Proven record of leading organisations through change and achieving outcomes

Excellent strategic, communication, and stakeholder-management skills

Commitment to tenant-focused, ethical and professional leadership

Desirable:

Experience with RSH or Charity Commission compliance

Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety and regulatory frameworks

Experience delivering service transformation or organisational improvement

CIH qualification or commitment to CIH professional development