Non-Executive Director, NORTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL

Lafford Homes is a dynamic and fast-growing housing developer focused on market sales based in Sleaford, Lincolnshire. Due to company growth we are expanding its Board and are seeking a senior professional with executive or non-executive experience in private sector housing to join as a Non‑Executive Director (NED). They will bring experience, knowledge and commitment to enhance the Board’s good governance and strategic oversight.

Lafford Homes was established to help meet local housing demands and to be an exemplar landlord. We have increased quality and supply of market rental housing and are now expanding into new homes for sale, reflecting our ambition and evolving role in the housing sector.

We are seeking NED experience in any of the following areas: Sales and Marketing for a residential developer, Property Development, Finance and Governance.

The total time commitment is estimated to be 2-3 days a month. Remuneration will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.

About the role

We are seeking a senior professional who can provide independent oversight, strategic guidance and constructive challenge, ensuring the organisation delivers high‑quality new homes and excellent customer services.

A key element of the role will involve contributing to the development and review of systems, policies and procedures, helping shape the organisation’s governance and operational effectiveness.

The appointment is for an initial 1‑year period and may be extended by agreement.

The NED will be expected to attend bi‑monthly Board meetings, review feasibility/viability models and attend site visits, have email and telephone discussions with other Board members. The NED will be an advocate for the Company which may involve occasionally attending other events such as stakeholder engagement events and training sessions.

The company provides suitable Director & Officers insurance for its NEDs.

About you

• Significant experience working in a private sector housing development or property rental company, ideally within Lincolnshire.
• Strong understanding and experience of how successful organisations operate both strategically and operationally, particularly within the property development and rental sectors.
• Strong analytical capabilities and business skills, able to assess viability of proposed new residential schemes, including demand and supply factors in the housing market.
• Strong understanding of commercial considerations and risks relating to property construction and the private rented sector.
• Prior experience of being a Non‑Executive Director is desirable but not essential.

If you feel that you meet the criteria outlined above, please apply for this role by submitting a CV and accompanying statement by 2 November 2025 to jason.jarvis@laffordhomes.com.

Interviews will take place on 12 November 2025.

If you wish to informally discuss this role please contact Jason on 07973 917520 or email jason.jarvis@laffordhomes.com.