Adecco
Chief Executive Officer
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Lead the next chapter of one of the housing sector's most influential organisations.
For more than 65 years, HACT has helped housing organisations turn insight, innovation and collaboration into meaningful improvements for residents and communities. As the sector's charity, HACT occupies a unique position at the intersection of social purpose, research, technology, community investment and sector-wide collaboration.
This is a pivotal appointment for HACT. The new Chief Executive will join as the organisation develops its next five-year strategy and considers how best to build on its established products, programmes, partnerships and sector reputation. The opportunity is to bring clarity and focus to HACT's proposition, strengthen its financial resilience and ensure its innovation and intellectual property translate into sustained impact and income.
The Board is seeking an ambitious, values-led and commercially minded Chief Executive to lead the organisation through this next phase. We are looking for an accomplished leader with experience of organisational transformation, financial sustainability, partnership development and strategic leadership. You may come from housing, the charity sector, social enterprise, membership organisations, public service or a related field, but you will share HACT's commitment to improving lives and communities through collaboration, innovation and evidence-based practice.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
You will be equally comfortable developing long-term strategy, building sustainable income streams, leading organisational change, engaging with trustees and partners, influencing at a national level and acting as a visible and credible ambassador for the organisation. You will bring strategic clarity and commercial discipline, while ensuring HACT remains influential, innovative and focused on delivering meaningful impact for housing providers, residents and communities.
Housing faces significant economic, social and technological change. At the same time, there is increasing demand for practical solutions that help organisations improve outcomes for residents, build organisational resilience and respond to emerging opportunities such as artificial intelligence, data and digital transformation. The next Chief Executive will build on HACT's strong reputation and track record, helping the sector navigate these changes while strengthening the organisation's financial sustainability.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future direction of an organisation with national reach and a strong track record of turning evidence, innovation and collaboration into practical solutions for the housing sector. If you are excited by the prospect of building on a strong legacy while defining HACT's future impact, we would welcome your application.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Salary: Circa £110,000
Closing Date: Thursday 15th October
For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Elyse Hodgess or Annie Regan-Tighe at Adecco. Applications should be submitted in accordance with the instructions contained within the recruitment pack.
Desired Skills and Experience
The Board is seeking an ambitious, values-led and commercially minded Chief Executive to lead the organisation through this next phase. We are looking for an accomplished leader with experience of organisational transformation, financial sustainability, partnership development and strategic leadership. You may come from housing, the charity sector, social enterprise, membership organisations, public service or a related field, but you will share HACT's commitment to improving lives and communities through collaboration, innovation and evidence-based practice.
You will be equally comfortable developing long-term strategy, building sustainable income streams, leading organisational change, engaging with trustees and partners, influencing at a national level and acting as a visible and credible ambassador for the organisation. You will bring strategic clarity and commercial discipline, while ensuring HACT remains influential, innovative and focused on delivering meaningful impact for housing providers, residents and communities.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Location