EUK Trustee - housing, legal or property - Volunteer

Emmaus Uk; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A registered provider of social housing is looking for trustees with expertise in housing regulation and legal governance to contribute to a strategic project aimed at incorporating a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). The role includes providing strategic guidance on establishment, safeguarding the organization’s interests, advising on property acquisition, and supporting staff in delivering project objectives. Inclusive culture welcomed for individuals of all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Expertise in housing regulation and strategic input.
• Legal knowledge in charity or corporate governance.
• Experience in delivering high-quality property services.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on SPV establishment and registration.
• Safeguard legal, charitable, and governance interests.
• Advise on property acquisition and sustainable growth.
• Support trustees and staff in achieving project objectives.

Skills

Housing Association expertise

Legal governance knowledge

Property acquisition experience

Job description

Overview

We are looking for trustees with expertise in housing regulation, legal governance or property acquisition and development to support a strategic project to incorporate an SPV and become a Registered Provider of Social Housing.

What will you be doing?

The role involves providing strategic input as we develop the subsidiary, safeguarding our organisation and beneficiaries through a transition to a Registered Provider, and supporting sustainable growth through high‑quality services and property development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on the establishment of the SPV and registration as a social housing provider.
• Guard the organisation’s legal, charitable and governance interests during the transition.
• Advise on property acquisition, development and sustainable growth plans.
• Support existing trustees and staff in delivering the project’s objectives.

Qualifications

• Housing Association or housing regulatory expertise with strategic input experience.
• Legal expertise in charity or corporate governance, housing, property or related regulation.
• Proven experience in property acquisition and development, delivering high‑quality services.

Benefits

Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all applicants and is dedicated to an inclusive culture, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.