Salary:Circa £184,625

Benefits: 5% of the salary Flexible Pension and Benefits Allowance

Term: Permanent

Location:Colindale, North London (Hybrid with 2 days in office)

Closing date:23:59 Sunday, 13^th July 2025.

Interview date:Afternoon of Thursday 7 August 2025

The Opportunity

The Barnet Group (TBG) is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next chapter. This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a diverse and ambitious group that delivers housing, care and community services to thousands of people across Barnet.

As Chief Executive Officer, you will shape the strategic direction of the Group, ensuring strong performance, financial resilience and continued growth. You will work closely with the Board, the Council and a wide range of stakeholders to deliver services that improve lives and provide real value to the community.

TBG has grown significantly since its formation, now employing over 1,000 staff and managing more than 15,000 homes. We also deliver homelessness services and specialist adult social care through our subsidiary, Your Choice Barnet. With a turnover of £140 million and a secure future under a new 10-year management agreement from 2026, this is an exciting time to join.

Our culture

We are proud of our open, inclusive and supportive culture. We value collaboration, integrity and accountability, and we are committed to continuous improvement. Our people are passionate about the work they do and the communities they serve. We encourage innovation, welcome challenge, and support each other to grow and succeed. At TBG, you’ll find a team that is ambitious, grounded and united by a shared purpose.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Provide clear and confident leadership across a complex and growing organisation
• Build strong relationships with the Council, partners and the communities we serve Improve customer satisfaction and ensure high-quality service delivery
• Maintain financial stability and identify opportunities for sustainable growth
• Navigate the challenges facing housing and adult social care with insight and integrity
• Represent TBG with professionalism and a strong sense of public purpose

For more information, please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack.

How to apply

Please send a comprehensive CV and a covering letter (maximum 3 A4 pages) outlining your interest in the role and how your experience meets the criteria. Include your current salary, confirmation of your availability for interview onThursday 7 August 2025, and any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Interviews will take place in person on the afternoon of Thursday 7 August 2025. This is the only available date. If you are unable to attend, we will not be able to consider your application.

Applications should be submitted by email to:Tony.Spaul@barnethomes.org

If you have any questions or require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Tony Spaul, Head of HR.

Please note: We are not working with recruitment agencies on this appointment and kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this role.