An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Board of Trustees at a well-established registered charity serving the Sandwell borough. Established in 1993, Sandwell Advocacy has spent over 30 years providing independent advocacy, ensuring people have a voice in decisions about their care, health, and wider life choices. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with financial experience to use their skills to make a genuine difference. Working alongside fellow Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer and Finance Officer, the successful candidate will help ensure the charity remains financially strong, supporting its continued delivery of vital advocacy services across the local community. This voluntary role is primarily home-based, with Board meetings held approximately every six weeks at the charity's offices in Tipton. Meetings are planned well in advance, making the role flexible enough to fit around existing work and personal commitments. What we need from you: Experience in financial management, accounting or providing financial advice A relevant financial qualification, or currently working towards one The ability to interpret financial information and explain it clearly to others Strategic thinking and sound decision-making skills Strong communication and people skills Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to good governance A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable people and helping local communities Desirable: Previous Trustee or Board experience Experience within the charity or voluntary sector Knowledge of charity finance and Charity Commission requirements Key Responsibilities: Provide financial advice and guidance to the Board of Trustees Help oversee the charity's financial health, including income, expenditure, cash flow, and reserves Support budgeting, financial planning and financial reporting Help ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements Work closely with the Chair, Chief Executive Officer, and Finance Officer Contribute to the strategic direction of the charity Attend Board meetings, relevant subgroup meetings, and occasional away days Promote good governance, accountability, and financial sustainability Hours: Board meetings take place approximately every six weeks and usually last around 2.5 hours through a combination of online and in person meetings . Some additional time will be required for meeting preparation, occasional subgroup meetings, and away days. Meetings are scheduled well in advance, allowing the role to fit alongside your existing professional and personal commitments. Trustee positions are not salaried; however, this role offers significant personal and professional rewards. Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses (e.g.travel to meetings) will be reimbursed in line with our policy. Benefits: Make a genuine difference within your local community Join a respected charity with over 30 years of experience Gain valuable Board-level leadership and governance experience Induction, ongoing training, and mentoring Opportunity to develop your knowledge of charity finance and governance Work alongside a supportive and collaborative Board of Trustees Enhance your CV and professional profile Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed in line with the charity's expenses policy Training
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