Independent Non-Executive Director

The BMC is seeking to appoint an Independent Director, with specialist experience and expertise in Finance/Accountancy.

The successful candidate must be a professionally qualified accountant and a member of a recognised accounting body (i.e. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA).

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with leading the BMC, using your skills and expertise in financial management and controls, and governance. The role will appeal to those who recognise the well-being benefits of active participation in outdoor activities, and who share our care and concern for the natural environment.

The role provides an opportunity to gain satisfaction from contributing to decision-making and scrutiny at a time when the BMC is seeking to grow its membership and enhance its services, whilst championing the environment in the context of increased outdoor participation. The successful candidate will also join at a time of increased focus following Olympic success and planned Paralympic participation.

The successful candidate will have a dual role as a Board Director and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee.

As an Independent Director, you will be a part of a team expected to analyse plans and strategic options in a constructive way, help lead and direct the future development of the BMC. The Board will look to you to lead on financial management and all of the associated financial compliance, risk and governance.

As Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee (FAC) you will lead a small committee that will make recommendations to the Board, authorise commitment to expenditure, grant and contractual agreements as delegated by the Board, and drive improvement in financial controls, policies, procedures and financial risk management. FAC meets 4 times per year.

The successful candidate may also find it useful to attend occasional meetings of the Members’ Council which occur 4 times / annum, typically 2 of which are virtual and 2 of which are face to face.

There is also an opportunity to contribute to the work of various committees and task groups which report to the Board and which fulfil governance or specialist roles.

We encourage you to apply for this role if you feel you meet the key skills and experience listed below, even if you feel you do not have all of them. We are passionate about identifying the right people to help us develop and thrive.

Please see the full Role Description and Person Specification for further details.