Head of Compliance

Job title: Head of compliance

Band: 2

Salary: £53,550 - £63,000 depending on experience

Location/base: Hybrid– a combination of working from home and in the office based in Coventry 

Hours: 35 hours per week

About us

The Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) are the professional body supporting housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home.

About you

We’re seeking an individual with extensive compliance experience to lead CIH’s corporate governance, risk management, data protection, and facilities management efforts. You’ll have a strong understanding of what it takes to lead a high-performing team, paired with a high level of personal integrity and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you’ll be adept at building relationships with stakeholders at all levels and conveying complex ideas in clear, accessible ways. With a keen commercial mindset, you will play a key role in supporting the growth of the organisation while ensuring that governance requirements are developed and implemented effectively.

How to apply

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Sue Leppington, Director of finance and central services -  sue.leppington@cih.org.

For details of how to apply please visit our careers page - Careers & Vacancies | Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH).

CIH is committed to equal opportunities at all stages of recruitment and selection and strives to have a workforce that promotes inclusivity.  We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community.  If you feel you have barriers to applying, please get in touch as we would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to achieve and celebrate diversity.  

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 26 February 2025 – 5pm.

Interviews due to take place: Thursday 6 March, Friday 7 March and Monday 10 March 2025.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.