Independent Non-Executive Director (voluntary role)

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). To be eligible for appointment, candidates must be free from any close connection to the British Mountaineering Council (BMC) within the last 4 years. This means that anyone applying for the role must not have been: on Members’ Council; an employee; an officer of the BMC; or closely connected to any such persons in the last 4 years. Applicants are expected to have a strong affinity for the work and responsibilities of the BMC, irrespective of whether or not they are existing members. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with 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 at Paris 2024 and planned Paralympic participation for Los Angeles 2028. 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 the Board 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.