Head of Compliance – Joseph Rowntree Housing

Senior leadership Head of Service position for the Compliance and H&S teams for 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East at Joseph Rowntree Housing.

At Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT) we are building a community of passionate people who want to make a real difference. Whether you work in housing, care or a supporting service, you will find a purpose‑driven organization where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported and your impact matters. We have 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, with our head office in York and we offer an agile working model.

Description

• Senior leadership for the Compliance and H&S teams covering 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East.
• 2 direct reports – Compliance Manager and H&S Manager, with a wider team of 7 supporting.
• Management of key compliance areas: Gas, Electrics, Fire, Asbestos, Lifts & Legionella.
• Management of the H&S team.
• Reporting to the Executive team and board.
• Ensuring the organization adheres to the Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards and legislations.
• Ownership of KPI’s.
• Strategic planning and operational delivery for both Compliance and Safety.
• Develop and implement improved policies and procedures.

Profile

• Relevant construction qualifications.
• Relevant compliance or safety qualifications.
• Proven track record in leading compliance teams.
• Experience operating in a similar role in the housing or care sectors.
• Thorough understanding of the key housing legislations for compliance.
• Ability to oversee teams managing Electrics, Gas, Fire Safety, Asbestos, Legionella and Lifts.
• Commutable distance of York.

Job Offer

• £68,996 salary.
• Agile & flexible working model.
• Excellent Pension Scheme with a 6% employer contribution, plus Death in Service.
• 33 days paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell more.
• Wellbeing Hub, face‑to‑face counselling, access to staff network groups and an Employee Support Programme offering confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Cost of living support with discounts and vouchers with 800+ retailers, utility services and supermarkets via the Rewards Portal.
• Emergency Leave, Carers Leave and enhanced new‑parent and adoption pay.
• Health Care Cash Plan and gym membership discounts.
• Free on‑site parking, Season ticket Travel Loan and a Cycle To Work Scheme.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Safety
• H&S
• SHEQ
• Housing
• Care
• Compliance
• Gas
• Fire Safety
• Repairs & Maintenance

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