Independent Non-Executive Director

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Join the SEC Board

We've incorporated. We've got a new CEO. We're building a bold new strategy. Now we need YOU.

South East Consortium (SEC) has just entered a landmark moment in its journey, we've incorporated and now stand proudly as an independent company, shaping our future with confidence, clarity and ambition.

With a new CEO in post and an exciting strategy now in development, focused on growth, influence, technology, commerciality and modernisation, we're ready to accelerate our impact across the housing sector.

We're looking for an Independent Non-Executive Director to strengthen our Board and may appoint a second if we find the right complementary skills.

• Modernise our services and create a clearer, more compelling Member offer
• Grow our commercial strength and reinvest more into the sector
• Transform our use of tech, data, platforms and digital capability
• Expand our influence with Members, suppliers, policy makers and partners
• Strengthen the skills, culture and leadership of our organisation
• Accelerate social value, community benefit and sector-wide training

We want energetic, curious, confident and forward‑thinking Non‑Executive Directors who can help guide our growth and keep us focused on what really matters.

• Technology, digital transformation or data insight
• Commercial strategy, business growth and market development
• Finance, audit, risk and investment planning
• Procurement, supply chain or public sector commissioning
• Governance, compliance and assurance
• Partnerships, community leadership and stakeholder influence

As an SEC Non‑Executive Director, you will:

• Work closely with our CEO and Chair as we embed our new incorporated structure
• Help shape and scrutinise the delivery of our new strategy
• Support our digital, commercial and organisational transformation
• Strengthen governance, financial resilience and risk assurance
• Represent SEC with Members, suppliers and strategic partners
• Champion our values and support a modern, inclusive culture

One appointed candidate will also join our Audit & Risk Committee.

Commitment: Up to 20 days per year

Location
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In person board meetings 6 times a year (London, South East), remote sub committees

• We want a Board that reflects the communities SEC serves.
• We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences.

Candidates interested in shaping SEC's future are invited to submit their application documents (as detailed below) to Vicki Smith at

• A covering letter (ideally no longer than two pages) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the Board Member role, with reference to the criteria in the role description.
• A CV setting out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements.

Please note that the Final date to receive applications is midnight on Friday, 30th January 2026.