Everything you need to know about a career at CIH

Working for CIH and in the housing sector is more than just a job, it’s a vocation with social purpose. As a not-for-profit our mission is to support housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home. We are the sector’s professional body, an independent voice for housing, and the home of professional standards. 

Find out more about our offer, what we’re about, and browse any vacancies below. 

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A bit about us

We are a growing team of over 100 colleagues across the UK and Ireland, from the South West to Scotland, and almost everywhere in between! 

We have four offices across the UK: in Coventry – our head office and collaborative working space – in Edinburgh, in Belfast, and in Cardiff. We have a flexible working environment that allows both in office work and collaboration, and individual working patterns to suit each role and candidate.  

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We have three directorates with multiple teams working across many business areas: finance and central services, membership and professional development, and policy, communication and external affairs. We have a vast range of skills and experience at CIH and as we grow, we can’t wait to find the next fresh talent to join us. 

As an organisation we get together at least once a year at our all-colleague conference in Coventry; plus, there’s always a chance to catch up with colleagues, at our range of member events throughout the year across the UK and Ireland, team days, directorate days and in person meetings. We embrace virtual meetings too and have a weekly all hands meeting to share our latest updates, virtual quizzes and everything in between! We truly are a connected UK wide organisation. 

Current vacancies

Now you know a little about us, we can’t wait to find out more about you. We add new vacancies here as soon as they are available, click below to find out what roles we have on offer at the moment, or check back later for more. Don’t forget to read on below about what else CIH offers.

Current vacancies

Rachael Williamson | director of policy, communications and external affairs, Chartered Institute of Housing

I’ve had some fantastic career opportunities during my time at CIH. Every day is different and it’s great to know that the work we do in supporting housing professionals and working in partnership to promote quality and affordable housing makes a real difference to people’s lives. CIH is a really friendly, flexible and supportive organisation that offers a great work-life balance – it enables me to have a really fulfilling career while balancing family needs.

Alexandra Gibson | event content and engagement manager

I have worked at CIH since 2019. From the beginning I have felt valued and able to confidently put my ideas forward. My role has changed significantly over time; having previously worked in the policy and public affairs team, I now lead CIH’s events programme across the UK. The flexibility of the role means that I have a healthy work-life balance and I am grateful for the support both personally and professionally.

Chris Jones | customer lead engagement officer

I enjoy working for CIH and have worked here now for seven years. CIH has progressed every year regarding members and benefits, and it has been exciting being a part of that progression. We're an ever-evolving organisation, and it's always interesting to see what is next. The best feeling is hearing all the members' positive messages about us and how proud they are to be part of the housing community. Members are a big part of CIH, but my colleagues are also a massive part of why I enjoy working here.

Rachael Williamson CIH Head Of Policy And External Affairs
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