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24/09/2024

Kingdom Group Appoints New Finance Director

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Lesley Janes has been appointed as Finance Director at the Kingdom Group, the Fife-based affordable housing and care provider, taking up her new post on 11 November.

A qualified chartered accountant with 15 years experience in a variety of sectors and roles, Lesley joins the Kingdom Group from Calendonia Housing Association where she is currently the Interim Director of Finance.

Speaking about her appointment, Lesley Janes said: "I am passionate about using my skills and experience in an organisation that makes a difference in people’s lives. The Kingdom Group has a great reputation for the work that it does across housing and care and I am looking forward to being part of the team that has a positive impact on so many customers."
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Leigh Grubb, Kingdom's Group Director of Corporate Services added: "I am pleased that someone with Lesley’s knowledge and experience has chosen to join the Kingdom Group. This is an exciting time for us and we have ambitious plans for the development of the business that will see us grow through improvement, partnership and innovation. Our Finance Director has a major part to play in that as we maintain efficient and effective funding sources to support sustainable growth and investment in our homes and services."

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