Depute Chief Executive

Hours and Salary

35 Hours Per Week - Monday - Friday (12 Noon)

Salary: £83,761 Per Annum - Pay Award Pending

Job Type

Full Time

About Waverley Housing

Waverley Housing is a leading provider of quality, affordable homes, and services in the Scottish Borders. We are committed to:

• Delivering great customer service
• Being a great place to work
• Making a great and sustainable community contribution

Our vision is to create great communities to live in.

Role Overview

We are seeking an exceptional and experienced leader to join our Executive Team as Depute Chief Executive (Depute CEO). Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction of Waverley Housing, supporting operational delivery, and ensuring our ambitious plans for growth, development, and community impact are achieved.

This is a unique opportunity for an individual with proven leadership experience, strong commercial acumen, and a passion for social housing. You will work closely with the CEO, Board, and Senior Leadership Team to shape the organisation's future and deliver high-quality services for our tenants.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight across operational and strategic functions, ensuring effective performance and delivery.
• Support the CEO in the implementation of the organisation's strategic objectives, business planning, and governance requirements.
• Promote innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of service delivery.
• Act as a key representative of Waverley Housing, building strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and the wider housing sector.
• Support the CEO and Board in succession planning, organisational development, and leadership capability building.

About You

• Significant leadership experience within housing, or a related sector.
• Proven ability to deliver strategic and operational outcomes in complex organisations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Commitment to the values and objectives of Waverley Housing, with a focus on tenants and communities.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and motivation for the role to:

Contact

For an informal chat about the role contact Paul Scott, Chief Executive, on .

Interview date: 11th December 2025

Contact name: Joyce Wright