New NRLA appointments will improve service to members
New appointments, which with enhance services to NRLA members as the sector prepares for a time of radical change, have been announced today.
James Kent, Managing Director of the property compliance management platform Safe2, purchased by the NRLA last year, has been appointed Chief Innovation Officer, overseeing the NRLA’s exclusive property management service, Portfolio, as well as all training and accreditation provided by the association.
In addition, the NRLA's former Finance Director Philip Cox is the association's new Deputy Chief Executive and will continue to oversee all aspects of the association’s finances and commercial partnerships, ensuring robust corporate governance arrangements are in place as the NRLA grows.
Pictured: Ben Beadle (left) with James Kent
Pictured: Philip Cox
Radical change
The appointments come in a year that will see the Renters (Reform) Bill significantly changing the way the private rented sector works, with the potential for a change of government at the election later this year.
Ben Beadle NRLA Chief Executive said:
"I am delighted to welcome James and Philip to their new roles.
"As we enter into the new year, the NRLA’s priority remains ensuring our members have all the support they need to navigate and make a success of changes to the way the sector works.
"In their new roles James and Philip will continue to ensure the NRLA is providing first class services to our members. They will make sure we make best use of innovative new products that make renting easier, and ensure we have the right partnerships in place to secure a thriving rental market.”
