Vacancy: Chair of the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee

We are a mission-driven charity committed to harnessing the power of sport and physical activity to transform lives across the Black Country.

Our Board of Trustees is united by a passion for improving community wellbeing and creating positive, lasting change.

To support our next phase of growth and ensure the highest standards of governance, we are seeking an experienced professional to lead our Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee and serve as an active member of our Board of Trustees.

As Committee Chair, you will play a crucial strategic role in supporting the delivery of our mission. This includes providing strong oversight of risk management, regulatory compliance and financial governance—ensuring our organisation remains robust and sustainable for the long term.

This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise and make a meaningful difference to local communities. We’re seeking individuals who bring energy, commitment combined with professional experience in finance, accountancy and/or risk management.

How to apply

We know that choosing to apply for a trustee role is a significant decision, and we want to ensure you have all the information you need to understand who we are, what matters to us, and the impact you can help us achieve. The Active Black Country Board encourages diversity to maximise achievements, good practice, innovation and impact and aim to ensure our organisations reflects the communities we aim to serve.

We especially welcome applicants from under-represented or marginalised groups including, but not limited to, people from ethnically diverse communities and those with a disability or long-term health condition.

The post is not remunerated but out of pocket expenses can be paid.

We are always keen to work with applicants to make it easier for you to become Chair of the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee. We can make adjustments where needed, perhaps due to a disability or sensory impairment or with digital access.

To apply:

1. Please submit your CV alongside an expression of interest explaining why you are interested in this role, detailing how you are a good candidate for this post and how you fulfil the person specification.

2. The declaration form – completion of the equalities section is not mandatory, this is requested for monitoring purposes in line with our commitment to equality and diversity.

3. Please submit your expression to enquiries@activeblackcountry.co.uk in a format that you feel would express your interest.

Closing date: 20 March

For an informal discussion on any aspect of the role please contact Ian Carey (ABC Chief Executive Officer). Email: Ian.carey@Activeblackcountry.co.uk, tel: 07507 060970. Or contact Amanda Tomlinson (ABC Board Chair) or Richard Medcalf (ABC Board Vice-Chair) via enquiries@activeblackcountry.co.uk

For full details please see our board recruitment pack and role description.

Board Recruitment Pack

Committee Chair Role

Related Document

Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form

For further information on Active Black Country, please visit our website – www.activeblackcountry.co.uk