Role Overview
As Chair of the Finance & Resources Committee, you will play a key role in supporting the Board to ensure strong financial stewardship and effective governance during a period of transition and opportunity. Working closely with the Chair, Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer, you will provide strategic oversight and constructive challenge, helping to shape long‑term sustainability and organisational direction. You will chair the Finance & Resources Committee, providing financial oversight and supporting governance across risk, financial planning and sustainability. You will contribute to board discussions and strategic decision‑making, while building effective relationships with fellow Trustees and the executive team.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a credible and collaborative individual who brings strategic financial insight, sound judgement and a calm, assured presence. You do not need to be a qualified accountant, but you will bring the confidence to engage with financial information and support balanced, well‑informed decision‑making. You will have experience contributing to governance, risk or strategic decision‑making, alongside a collaborative and credible approach, with the emotional intelligence to influence and build effective relationships. A genuine commitment to the mission of Carers UK is essential. We would especially welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of caring, or a strong understanding of carers’ experiences. If you share our passion for improving the lives of carers and are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to our organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Qualifications
You do not need to be a qualified accountant, but you will bring the confidence to engage with financial information, interpret data and challenge it constructively. You should have senior leadership experience in complex organisations and a strong understanding of strategic finance. You must be able to contribute to governance, risk or strategic decision‑making, and possess the emotional intelligence necessary to influence and build relationships. Commitment to Carers UK’s mission and a lived or deep understanding of the carers community are essential.
About Carers UK
Carers UK is the national charity for unpaid carers, supporting over 5.8 million people across the UK who care for loved ones who are older, disabled or seriously ill. At a time when the number of unpaid carers continues to grow and the challenges they face become increasingly complex, our role has never been more vital. We are ambitious for the future, both in terms of the impact we deliver for carers and how we continue to strengthen and evolve as an organisation. Drawing on over 60 years at the forefront of the carers’ movement, we combine national influence with practical support; working across policy, research and partnerships while ensuring carers can access the advice, information and connections they need.
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