Lesley Janes appointed as Kingdom’s new finance director

Lesley Janes has recently been appointed as the new finance director at the esteemed Kingdom Group, commencing her role on 11th November. With a wealth of experience spanning 15 years in various sectors and positions, Lesley, a qualified chartered accountant, transitions from her interim director of finance position at Caledonia Housing Association to contribute to the Kingdom Group’s financial success.

Expressing her enthusiasm for her new role, Lesley Janes stated, “I am deeply passionate about utilising my expertise in an organisation that truly impacts people’s lives. The Kingdom Group is renowned for its outstanding work in the realms of housing and care, and I am eager to collaborate with the team to make a positive difference to our customers.”

Leigh Grubb, the Group Director of Corporate Services at Kingdom, also shared his sentiments, stating, “I am delighted to welcome someone of Lesley’s calibre and experience to the Kingdom Group. This marks an exciting chapter for us as we embark on ambitious growth plans through enhancement, collaboration, and innovation. Our finance director plays a pivotal role in ensuring efficient and sustainable funding sources to support our continuous growth and investment in our properties and services.”

In her current capacity, Lesley oversees all aspects of finance and treasury management, where her profound understanding of the housing sector and its operational landscape will significantly benefit the Kingdom team in advancing their mission of providing much more than just a place to reside.