Director of Group Corporate Services
Harbour is seeking an outstanding senior leader to join our Group Leadership Team as Director of Group Corporate Services. This pivotal strategic role is at the heart of the organisation, providing leadership across Harbour’s core corporate functions and shaping its future direction, culture and performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Corporate Services portfolio including Finance, Governance and Compliance, ICT and Business Transformation, and Human Resources and Organisational Development.
* Ensure services operate to the highest professional standards, providing effective support across Harbour.
* Contribute to the development and delivery of organisational strategy, aligning people, systems and processes with Harbour’s long‑term objectives.
* Strengthen a high performing organisational culture reflecting Harbour’s values and commitment to integrity, collaboration and service excellence.
* Work closely with senior colleagues, boards and external partners, representing Harbour at relevant networks and forums.
* Act as a Non‑Executive Director for Harbour Lettings and Harbour Multi‑Trades, and may deputise for the Group Chief Executive when required.
* Provide clear direction and support to the Group Finance Manager, Group Governance and Compliance Manager, Group ICT and Business Transformation Manager, and Group HR and Organisational Development Manager.
* Drive organisational improvement: strengthen performance management and reporting systems, identify opportunities for growth and innovation, and maintain strong programme and project management disciplines.
Qualifications & Experience
* Strategic and commercially aware leader with a strong track record of managing multidisciplinary corporate services within a complex organisation.
* Significant experience leading teams, managing substantial budgets and resources, and delivering successful organisational change and improvement programmes.
* Accomplished communicator, capable of presenting clearly and persuasively at board and senior leadership level.
* Strong ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally, and translate strategic vision into practical plans.
* Strong analytical and financial planning capability, excellent leadership skills, and judgement to operate effectively in a demanding, fast‑paced environment.
* Experience working across public and private sector interfaces and within a group structure is highly advantageous.
What We Offer
Harbour offers a forward‑thinking organisation committed to delivering high quality services and creating a positive impact for the communities we serve. This unique opportunity allows a capable and motivated leader to shape the development of core corporate services and play a key role in the continued success of Harbour.
Application Details
Closing date: Monday 13th April 2026, 17:00.
Location: Edinburgh/Hybrid; Full‑time, Permanent.
Salary: c£100,000.
To discuss confidentially, contact Nigel Fortnum or David Currie via phone 0141 212 7572 or email enquiries@aspenpeople.co.uk.
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