About the Association for Rental Living
The Association for Rental Living is the leading industry body representing the rental living sector in the UK. We advocate for high standards, innovation, and sustainable growth within the rental living market including Build to Rent. Our Board plays a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of the Association for Rental Living and ensuring the continued success of the rental living sector.
Role Overview
We are seeking a senior, experienced and well-connected Supplier Representative to join our Board. The successful candidate will act as a voice for suppliers, ensuring their perspectives, challenges, and opportunities are effectively represented within the association. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of the rental living sector including Build to Rent industry while building relationships with key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the supplier community on the Association for Rental Living: Board, advocating for their interests and contributing to strategic discussions.
- Provide insight into supplier challenges, trends, and opportunities within the Build to Rent sector.
- Engage with Association for Rental Living members, suppliers, and industry stakeholders to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
- Support initiatives that promote best practices, sustainability, and innovation in supplier partnerships.
- Attend quarterly board meetings and contribute to key events and working groups.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Senior-level experience within a supplier organisation serving the rental living sector sector (e.g. technology, construction, facilities and property management, furniture and service providers).
- A strong network within the UK’s rental living sector ecosystem.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to provide valuable input on industry trends and supplier relations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Commitment to the Association for Rental Living’s values and mission.
- A member of the Association for Rental Living.
Desirable:
- Previous non-executive or advisory board experience.
- Understanding of regulatory and policy developments affecting rental living sector suppliers.
- Passion for driving positive change and innovation in the sector.
Benefits of the Role
- Influence the strategic direction of the rental living sector in the UK.
- Build relationships with key decision-makers and industry leaders.
- Enhance your professional profile and gain board-level experience.
- Contribute to an evolving and fast-growing sector with significant economic impact.
How to Apply
To express interest in this position, please submit a CV and a short statement outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected].
The deadline for applications is Friday 7th March 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview during March 2025 and the aim to have the new Board member in role from 1st May 2025.
The Association for Rental Living is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.