Independent Director: Shape Strategy in Housing & Development

Help shape the future of a growing commercial housing business.

Pelham Homes Ltd is a wholly owned commercial subsidiary of Nottingham Community Housing Association. We are seeking an Independent Director to join its Board. Pelham Homes develops homes for open market sale, delivers development and architectural services and invests in joint ventures that generate returns to support NCHA's social purpose. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with experience in property sales, private residential development and house building within a commercial business.

As an Independent Director, you will help shape strategy, oversee development and investment activities, provide constructive challenge and ensure strong governance and effective decision‑making.

We are looking for someone who:

• Brings strong commercial insight and strategic thinking
• Demonstrates sound independent judgement
• Communicates clearly and objectively
• Understands effective board governance and collaborative decision‑making.

Commitment
:
Six in‑person Board meetings per year, plus training, appraisal activities and occasional additional activities.

Join a Board that embodies NCHA's values of being Caring, Learning, Enthusiastic, Accountable and Resilient.

Location
:
East Midlands

Closing Date
: 7th August 2026 at midnight

Interview Date
: 1st September 2026 – interviews will be held at our head office in Clifton, Nottingham

NCHA strives to be an inclusive workplace and we particularly welcome applicants from ethnic minority communities, LGBTQ+ communities, women and people with disabilities to ensure we fully represent our communities.