Introduction
If you’re ambitious to progress your career in an organisation which makes a positive difference to people’s lives and ensures that residents are at the heart of everything we do, then these great opportunities with us at Muir could be for you.
We are looking to appoint two Business Partner colleagues to help us turn our ambitions into reality.
The newly created Governance Business Partner will lead our Governance and Regulatory Compliance arrangements contributing to our overall success and achievement of our ambitious targets. They will have the knowledge and experience to be our Company Secretary and partner with stakeholders across the whole of Muir Group to deliver great governance. With previous experience in a similar role, they will be structured, organised and above all understand what great governance looks and feels like. They will have great knowledge and practical experience of implementing and complying with the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) Regulatory Framework, Code of Governance and Code of Conduct as well as experience of delivering annual Governance Cycles and board and committee logistics and support.
The newly created Assurance & Risk Business Partner will lead our Assurance & Risk Management arrangements contributing to our overall success and achievement of our ambitious targets. They will have the knowledge and practical experience in the design, implementation and delivery of Business Assurance & Risk Management Frameworks and related cycles. With previous experience in a similar role, they will be structured, organised and above all understand what great Business Assurance and Risk Management looks and feels like. They will also be forward looking, be able to identify risk trends and be instrumental in driving continuous improvement to help deliver positive change.
About us
Our dedicated teams help people with their housing needs and create neighbourhoods where communities can flourish. As a social housing provider with over 5,500 homes, we employ over 130 people and are proud to have been awarded the coveted Investors in People Gold accreditation.
Predominantly based in the North West, our Chester HQ is supported by offices in Burnley and Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire.
We are proud of our history and are a financially strong and well governed organisation, having the highest ratings from our Regulator. However, we are keen to grow and develop to meet the current and future needs and aspirations of our residents.
Muir Group Housing Association Limited is an exempt charitable Registered Society, registered under the Co-Operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014 and a Registered Provider under the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008.
Our Corporate Plan
In summary… Our Purpose – Working with People to Maximise their Quality of Life.
Our priority will always be our existing customers, homes and communities and we are committed to helping those in housing need and will build 500 new homes over the next 5 years.
Through our services we want to work with people to maximise their quality of life and focus on the things that really make a difference.
We have 4 main objectives:
- For Our Customers – We will deliver the services our customers expect, to the highest possible standards, whilst ensuring value for money. We will continuously develop our offer, in partnership with our customers, to meet future aspirations.
- For Our Homes & Communities – We will invest in our homes and communities to keep people safe and provide a good quality home and location in which to live. We will build 500 new homes over the next five years and actively seek to manage and improve our impact on the environment.
- For Our Colleagues – We will value and develop our staff and listen and act on their views. We will provide staff with opportunities. We will invest in their wellbeing. We will value and develop our Board and National Residents Group. We will continue to be a great employer.
- For Our Business – We will govern and manage our business to the highest possible standards, ensuring it is adaptable, resilient and sustainable. We will work in partnership with others to support the delivery of our objectives.
Our Values
- CARING: We care about people and achieving results.
- RESPONSIVE: We put our customers first, giving great service and doing what matters most to them.
- PASSIONATE: We take pride in what we do and always strive to do better.
- INCLUSIVE: We work together and value each other.
- DYNAMIC: We have a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
- HONEST: We have high ethical values, standards and strong governance
Opportunities
Job Purpose:
- As the named Company Secretary, partner with stakeholders across the Group to deliver great governance arrangements which comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Support the design, implementation and delivery of our governance framework and cycle
- Provide governance related support to our Boards, Committees and Executives
- Support in the successful implementation of our Governance Strategy
Benefits Packages:
- Governance Business Partner
- Salary: £48,000
- Common Terms, Conditions and Benefits
- Hours: 35 / Week
- Annual Leave: 25 days increasing to 28 days on 4 years’ service
- Flextime: Up to 13 flexi days / year
- Agile Working: 1 or 2 days per week office attendance
- Pension: DC Scheme up to 10.5% employer’s contribution
- Subscriptions: Payment of one professional subscription fee / year
- Parking: Free onsite parking
Job Purpose:
- Partner with stakeholders across the Group to deliver great Business Assurance and Risk Management arrangements and outcomes
- Oversee the design and delivery of the Internal Audit Programme and related arrangements
Benefits Packages
- Assurance & Risk Business Partner
- Salary: £47,000
- Common Terms, Conditions and Benefits
- Hours: 35 / Week
- Annual Leave: 25 days increasing to 28 days on 4 years’ service
- Flextime: Up to 13 flexi days / year
- Agile Working: 1 or 2 days per week office attendance
- Pension: DC Scheme up to 10.5% employer’s contribution
- Subscriptions: Payment of one professional subscription fee / year
- Parking: Free onsite parking
Muir Group Strategic Plan / Candidate Pack
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MEET YOUR CONSULTANT
Meet the Consultant
Adam Gormley
Adam specialises in recruitment & senior appointments across the social housing sector. He prides himself on his personal approach to recruitment and is a trusted recruitment partner for a number of social enterprises & publicly funded organisations across the UK.
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