Hours: Full time, (35 hours) part time patterns will be considered.
Location: Hybrid working (with minimum 1 day per week at Hastoe's Head Office in Hampton Wick, near Kingston-upon-Thames).
Benefits: 26 days plus bank holidays, plus 1.5 days complimentary leave, option to purchase additional annual leave, car leasing scheme, healthcare cash plan, enhanced pension, plus more.
About us
Hastoe owns and manages more than 7,500 homes across the south of England from Devon to Norfolk. We are a social housing landlord and England's leading rural housing specialist. We deliver small housing developments in partnership with local communities although for historic reasons, we also own some housing in urban areas.
We're passionate about providing a first-class service for our customers and our colleagues. If you are enthusiastic, pro-active and passionate about making a difference to people's lives then we want to hear from you.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build their career in governance and compliance, to work in a senior role reporting directly to the Finance Director. This role would suit someone driven by working in an organisation with a very clear purpose, which is to build high-quality, affordable homes that support sustainable rural communities. You will provide advice and support to the Executive Team and the Group's Boards and Committees and lead a small team that is responsible for governance, regulatory and legal compliance, data protection, insurance and risk management.
About you
We are looking for a qualified company secretary/solicitor; or you may have equivalent experience with a degree level qualification. You will have previously worked in a regulated environment.
We also want to hear about your:
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Understanding of company constitutions and group governance arrangements
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Ability to work on a broad array of matters, in a role where no two days are the same
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A working knowledge of data protection legislation and good practice
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Excellent stakeholder management at all levels
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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A methodical approach with exceptional attention to detail
We recognise that this is a broad role, so you will be given both formal and informal training in the role and there will be lots of opportunity to work with closely with many different departments within Hastoe.
Benefits provided
Annual Leave: Starting at 26 days, plus bank holidays, plus 1.5 days complimentary leave, along with the option to purchase additional leave.
Enhanced Pension: Hastoe's employer contributions start at 5% and are based on matching of your own contribution level plus 2%, up to a maximum of 8% employer contribution.
Other benefits include:
- Flexible working opportunities
- Annual leave increasing with length of service up to a maximum of 28 days, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees).
- Discounts for local shops, restaurants and gym membership.
- Cycle and Car Leasing Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential phone and online support and resources service with 24/7 access.
- Health Cash Plan (a type of health insurance).
- 3 x Life Assurance from day 1, for all pension holders.
- A supportive working environment with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Long service awards.
How to apply
Please send your CV and supporting statement by midnight on 1 October 2024
Your supporting statement should include:
- Motivations for applying
- Which parts of the job description best align with your skillset and why
- What interests you about the role.
CVs without supporting statements may not be included in the shortlisting process.
We will be conducting interviews as the recruitment process progresses and may close the vacancy early. We recommend applying early.
This post is subject to background checks.