Last month, we shared the news that Larry Gold has been appointed to the role of CEO, Housing and Communities at Places for People (PfP).

We confirmed that Larry will remain as SYHA CEO until the planned Transfer of Engagements with Places for People (PfP) in April 2027, and that we will appoint an interim Managing Director to work alongside Larry at SYHA. The Managing Director will add leadership resource, and ensure we continue to perform well and provide excellent customer services.

The Board ran a robust internal process to appoint to the role, and we are delighted to share that Charlotte Murray, Executive Director of Corporate Services, started as Managing Director on 15th June 2026.

Matt Harrison, Chair of the Board said:

“Great leadership is the foundation of strong performance and providing brilliant homes and services for our customers. In a time of exciting new opportunities for SYHA, the Board and I are confident that Charlotte and Larry will honour our almost 55-year legacy by ensuring we continue to fulfil our strategic objectives and successfully integrating into PfP.”

Matt Harrison