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26 September 2014
Issue: 7623 / Categories: Movers & Shakers
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Jane Cox—Knights

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Social housing expert appointed as partner at professional services firm

Social housing expert Jane Cox has been appointed as partner at professional services firm Knights, to lead its dedicated team specialising in the support of social housing providers. Jane has a wealth of experience in the housing sector, most recently leading corporate services at a housing association group.

Jane says: “I am looking forward to leading the team which will offer a full range of legal and other professional services to our clients. The social housing sector has seen many changes over recent years with more to come, such as the regulatory changes recently consulted upon by the HCA, which may present a number of obstacles to housing associations. With our wide ranging knowledge and expertise, we can offer housing associations and housing providers with the support they need, to ensure that their practises are compliant and advise them on the best way of working within new regulations.”

Knights CEO David Beech says: “We are delighted that Jane has joined Knights. With her knowledge and contacts within

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