North Star Housing engaged Allcroft Associates to find a Finance Director, a key leadership role shaping financial strategy and ensuring long-term sustainability. This appointment was crucial for strengthening financial governance, optimising resources, and supporting North Star’s future growth.

The search focused on experienced finance professionals with strong backgrounds in social housing, strategic planning, and risk management. Essential qualities included financial expertise, a track record of driving efficiencies, and the ability to work closely with boards and executive teams. While the initial focus was on housing sector candidates, the search widened to include those from other regulated sectors, ensuring a broad and diverse talent pool.

Allcroft Associates carried out a focused and rigorous search, identifying an exceptional candidate with deep expertise in financial leadership, risk management, and operational efficiency. The successful appointee brings a strategic mindset, sector knowledge, and a strong ability to enhance financial resilience. Their leadership will play a key role in reinforcing financial governance, driving innovation, and positioning North Star Housing for continued success.

With this appointment, North Star Housing has strengthened its leadership team, securing the financial expertise needed to navigate an evolving housing landscape and deliver long-term stability

At North Star Housing, we prioritise fostering a culture that empowers our staff and aligns with our core values. Allcroft Associates understood this deeply, ensuring that cultural fit was a key consideration throughout the recruitment process. Their approach led us to a Finance Director who not only brings exceptional financial expertise but also embodies the principles that define North Star. This alignment strengthens our leadership team and supports our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.

Andrew Carlton, Executive Director of Finance and Business Support