Board Member

Board Members (Two Appointments) Viewpoint Housing Association Location: Edinburgh / Lothians / Fife Contract Type: Voluntary Appointments About Viewpoint Housing Association For more than 75 years, Viewpoint has delivered high-quality housing, care and support services for older people across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife. Today, the Association owns and manages more than 1,300 properties and operates two care homes in central Edinburgh, with a longstanding commitment to helping people live independently, safely and with dignity. With a strong financial position and clear social purpose, Viewpoint is well placed to consider future opportunities across its housing, care and support services. About the Role Working alongside fellow Board Members and the Executive Leadership Team, you will contribute to Viewpoint's strategic direction, bringing sound judgement, fresh perspectives and constructive challenge to support effective governance and decision-making. We are particularly interested in individuals who can bring experience in one of two areas: Housing and the RSL Sector We are seeking someone with a strong understanding of social housing, ideally within the Scottish Registered Social Landlord (RSL) environment. You may have held a senior executive, operational, strategic or governance role within the sector and will understand the opportunities and challenges facing housing associations. You will bring an informed perspective to discussions around regulation, financial sustainability and future strategic opportunities, balancing effective scrutiny and risk management with an appreciation of how housing organisations can continue to develop and evolve. Finance and Accountancy We are also looking for an individual with substantial financial or accounting expertise who can contribute to the Board's oversight of financial performance, sustainability, risk and future investment. A professional accountancy qualification would be particularly welcome, although we are open to individuals with significant relevant financial experience and the ability to provide credible, constructive challenge at Board level. Experience within housing, the wider public or third sectors, or another regulated environment would be advantageous. Key requirements include:

• Relevant professional experience in housing, finance or accountancy.
• Strong strategic thinking, sound judgement and an understanding of effective governance.
• The ability to provide constructive challenge while working collaboratively with fellow Board Members and the Executive Leadership Team.
• An appreciation of financial sustainability, organisational risk and opportunities for strategic development.
• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. Across both positions, we are looking for individuals who can demonstrate a genuine commitment to Viewpoint's values and social purpose. Previous Board experience would be welcome but is not essential. For a confidential discussion about either appointment, please contact Paul Rooney at Aspen People on 0141 212 7555 or email prooney@aspenpeople.co.uk.