Full job descriptionTrustees - HACT
Location: London / Hybrid
Time commitment: Approximately 1 day per month
Remuneration: Unpaid (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Join us in driving transformational change in social housing
HACT is the charity of the social housing sector, working in partnership with housing providers and organisations across the UK to deliver insight-led innovation that improves lives and strengthens communities.
With over 65 years of impact, HACT sits at the heart of the sector - driving collaboration, innovation and social value to support better outcomes for residents.
As we move into our next phase of growth, we are seeking to appoint three new Trustees to strengthen our Board and support HACT’s continued evolution.


About the opportunity
As a Trustee, you will play a critical role in shaping HACT’s future direction and impact across the social housing sector. You will provide strategic leadership, independent oversight and constructive challenge, while championing HACT’s mission and values.
This is an opportunity to contribute at board level to an organisation that is driving innovation in areas including social value, digital insight platforms and sector-wide collaboration.


What we are looking for
We are particularly interested in individuals who bring expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Property / Asset Management
*Strategic understanding of housing assets, retrofit and asset optimisation
*Experience supporting large-scale housing or built environment portfolios
Strategy / Sector Leadership from Scotland or Wales
*Senior leadership or board-level experience within housing
*Ability to contribute to organisational positioning, growth and long-term impact
Digital / SaaS / Technology
*Experience with digital products, platforms or SaaS environments
*Insight into how data, technology and innovation can drive sector transformation
These priority skills align with HACT’s ambition to strengthen its work across digital innovation, asset insight and sector strategy.


About the role
All Trustees share collective responsibility for:
*Setting HACT’s strategic direction and ensuring long-term sustainability
*Providing oversight and constructive challenge to the executive team
*Ensuring strong governance, financial oversight and risk management
*Championing equity, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of HACT’s work
You will also act as an ambassador for HACT, contributing your expertise to support the organisation’s growth and impact.


Who we would love to hear from
Alongside the above skillsets, we are seeking individuals who demonstrate:
*A strong commitment to the social housing sector and HACT’s mission
*Strategic thinking and sound judgement
*Independence of mind and the ability to challenge constructively
*A genuine commitment to collaboration, innovation and social impact
HACT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board and particularly welcomes applications from:
*People from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds
*Emerging leaders and those earlier in their board careers
*Individuals with lived experience of social housing


Time commitment & tenure
*Approximately one day per month
*Quarterly Board meetings, committee participation and occasional external engagement
*Terms of up to three years (with a maximum of three consecutive terms)


Why join HACT?
HACT is at the forefront of innovation in social housing - from its Social Value Insight platform to its work through UK HIVE and sector-wide partnerships.
This is a unique opportunity to:
*Influence the future of social housing at a national level
*Contribute to meaningful, place-based impact for communities
*Work alongside a committed Board and executive team driving real change


How to apply
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a covering letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your motivation and relevant experience.
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
*Elyse Hodgess -
*Lucy Parker -


Be part of something bigger
Join us in spearheading transformational change in social housing.


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