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Phil Andrew

Commander · DISC type D
Group Chief Executive Officer at Orbit Group
📍 York, England, United Kingdom

Phil Andrew is a seasoned CEO with over 30 years of experience leading non-profit and for-profit organizations in highly regulated sectors. As Group Chief Executive of Orbit Group, he leverages his background as a chartered accountant, treasurer, and marketer, along with an advanced management education from Harvard Business School, to drive a socially-minded commercial strategy.

His career reflects a deep commitment to social purpose, having previously served as CEO for StepChange Debt Charity. He extends this passion to his board activities, currently serving as a trustee for the Alzheimers Society, where he also chairs the Finance and Performance Committee, and previously as Vice-Chair of Raven Housing Trust.

Unique fact: Phil is a triple-chartered professional, holding designations as a chartered accountant, a chartered treasurer, and a chartered marketer.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Group Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
York, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Phil shows up

Strong-Willed
Very Quick
Risk-Taker

They like to stay in control of the negotiation or defining of the terms. They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships. They put a lot of effort into ensuring personal success.

Priorities

Topics Phil cares about

Social Housing
As CEO of Orbit Group, he is focused on improving housing quality, increasing the supply of affordable homes, and enhancing customer experience for residents.
Third-Sector Leadership
His career is defined by leadership roles at major non-profits, including Orbit Group and StepChange Debt Charity, focusing on organizations driven by a strong social purpose.
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Career

Work history

6-2023
Group Chief Executive Officer
Orbit Group
11-2017 - 6-2023
Chief Executive Officer
StepChange Debt Charity
4-2013 - 11-2017
Group Chief Executive
Working Links
6-2011 - 4-2013
Chief Financial Officer
Sodexo UK & Ireland
12-2009 - 6-2011
Chief Executive, Justice Services
Sodexo UK & Ireland
In the press

Media appearances

Phil Andrew - CEO at Orbit Group | The Housing Collective. Featured in YouTube
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Orbit Group announces new Chief Executive. Featured in Orbit Group (official news)
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Education
12-2021 - 5-2022
Advanced Management Program
Harvard Business School
1-2024 - 4-2025
Chartered Member
Chartered Institute of Housing
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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