Board Director, West Norfolk Property Limited
West Norfolk Property is a company wholly owned by the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. The company acquires and holds homes to be let in the Private Rented Sector, and sub-contracts the management and maintenance of these to a third party. The Company aims to increase the supply of high quality, professionally managed, homes for rent within west Norfolk.
The company is managed by a Board, currently comprising of three Directors. The Board of Directors work together to set and ensure compliance with the values, vision, mission and strategic objectives of the company to ensure its long-term success. This includes approving a business plan and annual budget, overseeing a risk management framework and ensuring effective systems of internal control.
A vacancy has now arisen for an Independent Director and we are seeking applications for the role. You should have previous experience of undertaking a professional role at a senior level in a relevant area such as property management/development, business/financial planning, housing, law, health or general business, supported by a relevant qualification. You must also have an interest in the provision of high-quality rented housing within the Borough. Some experience in a housing/property setting or of national and local housing policy would be desirable.
You will have a strong commitment to West Norfolk, be familiar with the area, and be willing to serve on a voluntary basis (although reasonable expenses will be met). The Board meets approximately 4 times per year and Directors are expected to commit the time to both prepare for and attend meetings. We are particularly keen to receive applications from underrepresented groups to ensure that the Board is reflective of the diverse communities living in West Norfolk.
For an information pack, which includes background information, a role description, a personal specification and details about how to apply click on the link below. Alternatively, please contact personnel@west-norfolk.gov.uk to email you the pack.
Closing Date: 12 noon 24 February 2025