Chief Executive

Thomas Gray has been exclusively appointed by Independent Housing (UK) Ltd (IHL) to recruit their next Chief Executive Officer as the charity enters an important phase of development and strategic growth.

Beyond traditional executive leadership, the appointee will guide the organisation through its transition to becoming a Registered Social Landlord, collaborating closely with the Board of Trustees to craft and execute a five-year strategic plan that drives sustainable expansion, risk mitigation and operational performance.

About Independent Housing (UK) Ltd (IHL)

IHL is a specialist registered charity and not-for-profit housing provider dedicated to delivering safe, tailored accommodation for vulnerable individuals and adults with additional support requirements.

Recognising that a home provides the foundation for personal stability and wellbeing, IHL combines quality property provision with intensive housing management to foster resident independence, dignity and choice. Working in close partnership with local authorities, care providers and landlords nationwide, the organisation ensures rental income is reinvested directly into high maintenance standards, statutory compliance and resident services.

The Mandate

Reporting to the Chair of Trustees, the Chief Executive will provide visible, values-led leadership across the charity. Working alongside an engaged Board, the appointee will hold full strategic and operational accountability for safeguarding financial resilience, strengthening governance frameworks and maintaining exceptional resident outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and delivery of the corporate business plan, identifying viable growth and partnership opportunities that balance commercial discipline with charitable purpose.
• Championing a resident-first culture, ensuring tenant voices actively shape decision-making, service improvements and property reinvestment.
• Serving as principal adviser to the Board of Trustees to ensure robust governance, statutory safety assurance and complete regulatory integrity.
• Acting as primary ambassador for IHL, building high-trust alliances with commissioning bodies, regulators, housing developers and health partners across the UK.

The Candidate

This role requires a commercially astute, collaborative and socially motivated leader with proven senior executive experience within social housing, local government or a regulated customer-focused environment. The successful appointee will combine strategic vision with the emotional intelligence and resilience needed to inspire colleagues, support trustees and deliver lasting social impact.

Confidential Enquiries 

To discuss the appointment in confidence or to request a copy of the formal Candidate Briefing Document, please contact Reece Rowden, Associate Director:

Mobile: 07557 099 071

Email: Reece@tglsearch.com

Alternatively, submit your details below to request further information and arrange an exploratory conversation