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British Heart Foundation – Trustee Chair of Audit & Risk Committee
About the Organisation
For over 60 years, British Heart Foundation (BHF) has led groundbreaking research to save and improve millions of lives. Despite achievements, heart and circulatory diseases remain the world’s biggest killers, affecting millions in the UK alone.
BHF advances its impact through long-term research investment, currently funding over £460 million across +700 active projects. Powered by volunteers, partners, and scientists, the charity aims for a world where everyone has a healthier heart for longer. As the UK’s largest charity retailer with 650+ stores, 4,000+ employees, and 20,000+ volunteers, BHF is seeking an exceptional leader to join its Board of Trustees as Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee.
The Role
The position is a critical governance role supporting the charity’s mission and integrating with the Chair of Trustees, Chief Executive, and Chief Financial Officer. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading financial oversight, audit, and risk management.
- Providing independent and constructive challenge to audit and risk processes.
- Ensuring alignment between the Board and Audit & Risk Committee.
- Driving the BHF’s governance strategy and contributing to broader trustee functions.
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Key Requirements
To succeed, you must meet the following criteria:
Experience & Experience
- Extensive senior financial experience at CFO or equivalent level.
- Leadership experience in large, complex organisations.
- Expertise in audit, financial oversight, and risk management.
- Experience working with auditors and senior leadership teams.
- Ability to offer clear, critical, and constructive advice.
Attributes & Mindset
- Commitment to BHF’s mission—passion for improving heart health.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Judgment and independence to challenge leadership effectively.
- Discretion, selflessness, and a collaborative approach.
Key Benefits
- Impactful role: Help guide a charity transforming millions of lives.
- Leadership opportunity: Shape governance at one of the UK’s most influential charities.
- Flexible engagement: Decisive but voluntary position with reasonable expenses.
- Collaboration: Work alongside BHF’s driving Board and committed teams.
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Commitment & Terms
- Role: Voluntary (with reasonable expenses covered).
- Appointment: 3-year term, renewable for a maximum of two terms (6 years total).
- Meeting Schedule:
- Trustees meet quarterly (4–5 hours, in-person/hybrid in London).
- Audit & Risk Committee meets 4 times a year (~3 hours per session, London).
- Estimated Time Commitment: 2 days per quarter, including preparation and meetings.
Interview Process
- First Stage Interview: 24 August 2026 (via MS Teams).
- Second Stage Interview: In-person at London office (w/c 14 September or w/c 21 September).
Next Steps
BHF is working with Nurole, the leading board-level search specialist, to find a new Trustee Chair of Audit & Risk Committee. Apply here.
Queries or informal discussions: Contact joshua.dernie@nurole.com.
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