Depute Chief Executive

Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week).

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 and
Making a great and sustainable community contribution

Our vision is to create great communities to live in.

The Role

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.

Further information is available to download opposite.

For an informal chat about the role contact Paul Scott, Chief Executive, on 01450 364200.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and motivation for the role to: recruitment@waverley-housing.co.uk

Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 1 December 2025.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 11 December 2025.

Waverley Housing is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.