Non Executive Director

Medway Development Company (MDC) was established by Medway Council to deliver high quality residential and commercial developments as part of its wider regeneration programme.

As one of the largest regeneration areas within the Thames Gateway Medway Councils ambitious multi-million-pound plans include delivering thousands of new homes creating jobs and revitalizing its urban centres and waterfronts aiming to become a leading economic and university hub.

Reinforcing economic growth and revitalising areas through new homes is an integral part of the regeneration scheme and the council agreed 120 million to fund MDCs programme.

Since MDC commenced operations inhomes have been successfully completed and a further 380 homes are secured for delivery over the next five years with additional pipeline schemes under review.

The future for Medway is exciting and with a strong pipeline and ambitions for sustainable strategic growth two experienced NonExecutive Directors are being sought to join the Board and support the business through its next phase of development.

The role

As a NonExecutive Director you will provide independent oversight strategic guidance and constructive challenge to the executive team. This role is pivotal in helping to shape longterm direction strengthen governance and ensure the company continues to operate with integrity innovation and strong commercial focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer strategic insight and support on development opportunities market trends and business planning.
• Provide independent judgement and challenge in Board discussions and decisionmaking.
• Support robust governance risk management and financial stewardship.
• Act as a sounding board to the MD and senior leadership team.
• Contribute expertise in areas such as property development investment planning construction ESG or finance.
• Champion high standards of transparency ethics and performance across the business.

About You

We are looking for an individual with:

• Significant seniorlevel experience in property development construction or related sectors.
• A strong understanding of commercial drivers risk and governance.
• Proven strategic thinking and boardlevel judgement.
• The ability to challenge guide and support in equal measure.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Prior nonexecutive experience is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to influence a highgrowth development business at a strategic level.
• Work with an ambitious leadership team and contribute to meaningful longterm impact.
• Flexible time commitment suitable for experienced professionals seeking portfolio roles.
• The company has a strong social purpose.

Closing date: Friday 6 February 2026 at 12noon.

Interviews will be held online on 10 and 11 February 2026.

P