Neil Jefferson promoted with Stewart Baseley set to focus on chair role
Stewart Baseley will step down from executive duties at the Home Builders Federation (HBF) at the end of this month to focus on his role as chair.
The home building industry trade body’s also announced that current managing director, Neil Jefferson, will take up the position of chief executive from 1 July.
The move is part of a long-planned succession process that included the promotion of David O’Leary and Steve Turner to executive director positions last year.
Baseley, who has been executive chairman of the organisation since 2006, said: “I am delighted that the Board has promoted Neil to be the new Chief Executive of HBF.
“I firmly believe he is the right person to lead the organisation for many years to come, and that now is the best time to make the transition such that HBF can best serve its members.
“I have been very impressed by how Neil has helped HBF navigate the many complicated issues we have faced since he joined just over four years ago, and I look forward to working with him and the team to ensure HBF continues to represent the industry effectively.”
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Jefferson joined HBF in January 2020 from NHBC, where he had worked for over 20 years and had risen to the position of chief operating officer.
“Being promoted to Chief Executive of the Home Builders Federation at such a key time for the industry presents an incredible opportunity,” said Jefferson.
“I am hugely grateful for the support I have received from my colleagues, the Board and the wider industry since joining HBF.
“I am looking forward to the challenges ahead as we look to navigate the many complex issues we face and support HBF members to deliver the homes the country needs.”
The HBF represents housebuilders in England and Wales. The body says its members account for 80% of new homes built.’
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