Charlotte Spendley

New Director of Finance and Resources appointed

Updated: 16 January 2023 at 13:30pm

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Charlotte Spendley as our new Director of Finance and Resources. 

Charlotte is currently Director of Corporate Services at Folkestone and Hythe District Council and is looking forward to returning to the sector following an earlier role as Head of Finance at East Kent Housing.  She will join Phoenix in March 2023 to succeed Chris Starke, who is retiring after 15 years in the role.

Phoenix’s Chief Executive Denise Fowler said: “We’re delighted that Charlotte will be joining us at this challenging but exciting time for Phoenix.  We’re very confident that she will be able to build on the very strong legacy left by Chris Starke, with top regulatory ratings for our governance and financial viability. I’m really looking forward to welcoming Charlotte to Phoenix and to working with her to ensure that our organisation, our residents and our community continue to thrive.” 

Charlotte Spendley said: "I am thrilled to be able to take on the role of Director of Finance and Resources at Phoenix Community Housing. It’s an exciting opportunity to be able to build on the fantastic foundations laid and to be part of such a unique organisation. I look forward to being part of the empowerment of our residents and serving the community."