We are committed to long-term stewardship of places under our care, providing stability and reliability to our residents.
As long-term stewards of the places we create and care for, we’re committed to building inclusive, vibrant communities and empowering people through access to safe, reliable housing.
Verda Living is a for-profit registered provider (FPRP) that channels long-term institutional capital into the areas that need it most. Our goal is to create financially sustainable, professionally managed homes that prioritise tenant wellbeing, long-term stewardship, and regulatory integrity. Our mission is to meet critical housing needs with stable, well-governed communities, built for the long term.
Backed by a trusted name in the UK insurance industry.
Verda Living is proudly backed by Pension Insurance Corporation plc (PIC), a specialist insurer responsible for securing the pensions of over 300,000 people across the UK. With a long-term, values-driven approach, PIC brings deep financial expertise and a strong social purpose to everything it does.
PIC has invested billions into the UK’s social housing sector, and is now taking a more direct role through Verda Living its own registered provider to ensure high standards of governance, long-term financial resilience, and sustainable community investment.
Through Verda Living, PIC are proving how institutional capital can be a responsible, long-term force for good, delivering high-quality, affordable housing that supports both strong communities and strong financial outcomes.
Our board offers exceptional experience from across the sector and beyond.
The Board of Verda Living holds ultimate responsibility for strategic direction, financial oversight, and regulatory compliance. Verda Living’s Board has full autonomy over all governance and business decisions.
Nathan is Group Director of Growth & Partnerships at Sanctuary, where he is responsible for introducing and managing investment opportunities, including joint ventures, partnerships, and strategic improvement programmes. Nathan is also chair of Sanctuary’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group and a Trustee of Leadership 2025, a charity promoting greater ethnic diversity in the leadership of the housing sector. Before joining Sanctuary, Nathan spent his career working in the private sector with FTSE listed Rolls-Royce PLC, chartered accountancy practice Grant Thornton and large international defence companies.
Nathan Warren
Chair / Independent Member
Cheryl Brown has a portfolio career spanning the public and private sectors. She is a Leadership Consultant, Non-Executive Director and Coach. Previously, she was Chief Operating Officer at One Housing (OHG), now part of The Riverside Housing Group. As COO, she served on the OHG Board and led key operational areas including Asset and Housing Management, and was Responsible Officer for Building and Fire Safety. Passionate about driving positive change in housing and customer services, Cheryl is committed to shaping the future of affordable housing through innovation, strong governance and a customer-first approach.
Cheryl Brown
Independent Member
Helen has over 35 years’ experience in property development and is currently a Non-Executive Director of the Home Builders Federation. From 2019 to 2024, she was Group Director of Orbit Homes and a member of the Orbit Group Executive Team, overseeing regeneration and new build delivery of more than 5,000 homes. She previously held senior roles at Countryside and Crest Nicholson, and served as Managing Director of City & Countryfor 10 years. Helen is passionate about creating well-designed, energy-efficient communities with a strong customer focus and exceptional service.
Helen Moore
Independent Member
Hayley leads the PIC Capital team within Investments at PIC. The team has responsibility for sourcing and managing assets through both debt and equity, enabling purposeful investment, with the primary objective of paying our policyholders. Hayley was previously Head of Direct Investments at Legal and General, where she was responsible for the private debt portfolio supporting the annuity business. Hayley started her career at Barclays, originating and executing infrastructure assets.
Hayley Rees
Member
Martin is PIC’s General Counsel and Company Secretary and has responsibility for the legal and company secretarial functions. Before joining PIC in 2018, Martin worked as a corporate lawyer at Herbert Smith Freehills and Clifford Chance, with a focus on financial institutions and in particular insurers.
Martin Griffiths
Member
We are actively seeking partners who share our ambition to increase the availability of high-quality, affordable homes across the UK.
By combining resources, expertise and shared values, we can create meaningful and lasting impact in the communities we serve.
We work closely with property developers, housing providers and management specialists to build a trusted national network focused on delivering excellence. Together, we deliver high-standard, well-managed homes that meet the evolving needs of residents.
Our growing partnership network is key to achieving our social housing investment goals and to becoming the partner of choice in delivering affordable homes that make a real difference.
Our partnership pack is available to download, simply fill out the form below:
Our Vision
for Sustainability
Climate Change
We recognise issues such as climate change, fuel poverty and community cohesion have very real social and financial implications on our tenants. Considering ESG risks, opportunities and protections is an inherent part of Verda Living’s acquisition and management process.
Positive Sustainability
We believe that organisations and developments which demonstrate positive sustainability characteristics are better placed to allow for tenants to thrive, helping to maintain stable cash-flows and the long-term financial sustainability of a development.
Long-Term Purpose
When assessing the suitability of long-term homes and setting out long term management procedures, a focus is set on sustainability risks and opportunities. Operating in a sustainable manner, which encompasses ESG factors, helps ensure we can fulfil our primary long term purpose.
