Finance & Audit Trustee — Strategic Board Leader

Trustee (finance and audit expertise)

Final date to receive applications: 25 August 2026

Department: Board of Trustees

Employment Type: Volunteer

Location: United Kingdom

Blue Cross has been helping sick, injured and homeless pets since 1897. Today, we support thousands of pets and their owners through veterinary care, rehoming, behaviour support, pet food banks, education, campaigning and pet bereavement services. Our vision is simple: every pet will enjoy a healthy life in a happy home.

The Board's future needs have been considered in light of Blue Cross' strategic priorities and organisational ambitions. We are therefore seeking a Trustee with significant finance and audit expertise who can bring strategic insight, financial acumen and constructive challenge to Board discussions. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future direction of Blue Cross, supporting the charity's long-term sustainability and our mission to improve the lives of pets and their people.

• Finance, audit or accounting leadership
• Risk management and assurance
• Financial governance and controls
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Regulatory compliance
• Audit and Risk Committee leadership
• Organisational sustainability and stewardship

• Significant senior-level finance, audit or accounting experience
• A recognised accountancy qualification or equivalent professional expertise
• Strong understanding of governance, risk and assurance
• Experience influencing decisions at executive or Board level
• The ability to interpret and constructively challenge financial information

Approximately 1-2 days per month, including quarterly Board meetings, committee participation and occasional events.

Closing date:
Tuesday 25 August 2026

First interviews:
Week commencing 14 September 2026

Second interviews:
Week commencing 21 September 2026

Blue Cross is committed to creating a Board that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from people currently underrepresented on charity boards.