Board Member and Independent Audit and Risk Commit

Help Shape the Future of Housing in Greater Cambridge 

Hundred Houses Society is a charitable housing association managing 1,500 homes across Greater Cambridge. We are seeking new Board Members and an Independent Audit & Risk Committee Member to help guide our future and deliver positive outcomes for our customers and communities.   These are strategic governance roles. Board and Committee Members do not manage day-to-day services, but provide oversight, constructive challenge and assurance, holding the Executive Team to account for delivery in line with the Society’s mission, strategy, regulatory duties and customer commitments. 

What We're Looking For 

We welcome people with strategic insight, strong values and a commitment to good governance. Previous board experience is not essential. We are keen to hear from people with connections to Greater Cambridge, lived experience of social housing and a passion for customer engagement.  We are looking for the following skills: 

Board Members 

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  Digital, data and technology expertise and/or 

  
  


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  Asset management, repairs, housing quality or building safety experience.  

  
  

Audit & Risk Committee Member 

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  Qualified accountant or equivalent 

  
  


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  Senior finance leadership experience 

  
  


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  Audit, assurance and risk management expertise.  

  
  

Why Join Us? 

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  Influence strategic decisions 

  
  


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  Support strong governance and customer outcomes 

  
  


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  Help shape the future of a respected local organisation 

  
  


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  Develop your governance and leadership experience 

  
  


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  Receive training, mentoring and ongoing support.  

  
  

Commitment: 

Board Member 

£3,500 per annum plus expenses ¦ Around 1.5 days per month.  

Independent Audit & Risk Committee Member 

£2,125 per annum plus expenses ¦ Around 1 day per month.  

Join Us 

If you are motivated by social purpose and want to use your skills to make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you. 

Hundred Houses Society 

Providing good quality homes and services in Greater Cambridge that people value.