Broxbourne, Hertfordshire
£5,100 per annum + reasonable expenses | c. 2 days/month
B3Living is a housing association with a clear purpose: to help tackle the housing crisis and provide homes that enable people to live well. Based in Broxbourne, we manage 6,000 homes and support over 13,000 people across southeast Hertfordshire and Essex. We’re proud of our strong governance (G1), financial viability (V1), consumer grading (C1) and satisfaction, and we’re ambitious about the future.
We are now seeking a new Non-Executive Director to join our Group Board and Audit & Risk Committee, bringing expertise in technology, digital transformation, data and/or cyber risk. This appointment comes at an important point as we strengthen our core systems, improve the quality of our data, and explore how technology can help us deliver a better, more efficient service for our customers.
About the Role
The Board Member will provide strategic oversight and informed challenge across a range of areas, including:
* IT and digital strategy
* Data governance, insight and capability
* Cyber security and technology risk
* Systems investment and programme delivery
The successful candidate will help shape priorities, test assumptions and ensure that investment in technology aligns with B3Living’s wider strategic aims and regulatory requirements. You’ll also contribute to the design and delivery of our next corporate strategy, ensuring we remain financially sound, customer-focused and community-led.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants from both the housing and non-housing sectors. First-time board members are encouraged to apply – we offer a full induction and access to a board mentor. You will bring:
* Experience in digital, data or technology-related roles, with exposure to digital transformation, cyber security or technology-led change
* A working understanding of technology risk, data governance and digital assurance at Board or committee level
* Experience contributing to, advising on or overseeing digital or data programmes and initiatives
* A strategic mindset, with the ability to focus on long-term value, risk and organisational priorities
* An interest in social purpose, and a commitment to listening to the customer voice
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who shares our values and believes in making a difference through inclusive and responsible leadership.
Final interviews: Tuesday 17 March, in-person
Terms and Commitment
* Overall expected time commitment of 2 days a month, which includes time to prepare for meetings. Annual board meetings cycle:
* 4x Audit & Risk Committee meetings Tues 4-6pm online.
* You’ll also be expected to contribute to away days (2x a year,each requiring 1-2 days), occasional site visits, customer engagement, and training events.
* For board meeting dates, see the candidate pack.
* Remuneration: £5,100 per annum, plus reasonable expenses
* Term: 3 years, renewable up to 6 years
Please note, final interviews for this position will be held at the Broxbourne HQ on the 17th March.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
B3Living is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and values-led organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Our recruitment process is fair and accessible, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. As a Disability Confident employer, we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please let us know if there’s anything we can do to support you.
Apply now by submitting your CV and supporting statement to Hannah Smith: hannahsmith@neemarsearch.com
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