Trustees

The University of Wolverhampton Students’ Union seeks two trustees to join its Board as the SU continues its strategic progress, deepens stakeholder relationships, and enriches the lives of over 20,000 students.

Applications close at: (Governance Trustee) 9 a.m. Monday 21st October 2024 | (Finance Trustee) 9 a.m. Wednesday 13th November 2024

Location: MD Building, Wolverhampton WV1 1LY

About Wolverhampton SU

Since its establishment, the SU has supported, empowered, and represented its members by providing exciting opportunities and working in partnership with the University of Wolverhampton to develop the best student experience.

Working for and led by students, the SU believes all students should have a transformative educational experience — both inside and outside the classroom. Each year, the Union elects student officers who serve as full-time advocates, lobbying on the issues that impact their peers.

Wolverhampton SU has been on a transformative journey, focusing on strengthening its foundations and increasing the number of external partnerships while maximising opportunities to increase its revenue to be reinvested in services to its members.

Considerable progress has been made over the last few years, culminating most recently with the opening of a new bar and deli with improved social spaces that help create a sense of belonging for students. The launch of the new strategic plan (2024 to 2027) aims to build on this progress, placing students at the heart of the SU’s activities.

About the roles

The new trustees will join other board members to provide strategic oversight, collaborating with student leaders and external stakeholders. They will be welcomed into the warm, supportive environment the SU has cultivated. They will help guide the SU’s work and offer advice on managing external relationships as the charity amplifies its members’ voices in a rapidly evolving higher education landscape.

Who we are looking for

Wolverhampton SU seeks two new trustees with previous experience working on Boards and a wealth of experience in company/charity governance or finance, including audit and risk. They will both be resilient leaders who can operate at a senior level.

Applications from individuals with these skills who also have knowledge and understanding of higher education and student unions would be ideal, and candidates with the ability to assist, enable, and coach are especially encouraged to apply.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for these roles close at: (Governance Trustee) 9 a.m. Monday 21st October 2024 | (Finance Trustee) 9 a.m. Wednesday 13th November 2024