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Join Mind in Brighton and Hove as their Chair of the Board



About Mind in Brighton and Hove


Atkinson HR is pleased to be supporting Mind in Brighton and Hove (MiBH) in recruiting their new Chair of the Board. MiBH is a registered charity dedicated to promoting positive understanding, awareness and attitudes towards mental health while supporting and empowering people in their local community experiencing mental health issues


As MiBH continues to develop and expand their vital mental health services, they are seeking a committed individual with strategic vision and governance experience to help guide their mission of improving mental health support and wellbeing across Brighton and Hove, East and West Sussex.



Key Responsibilities

Lead the Board of Trustees in developing strategic plans Chair Board meetings, AGMs and provide leadership in governance matters Support and review the performance of the CEO Represent the organisation at functions, meetings and in media engagements Lead trustee recruitment, learning and development, apparisal and succession planning processes Contribute to determining MiBH's strategy and structure through effective governance Support robust financial controls and strategic planning processes


Candidate Profile

Previous leadership experience in the non-profit sector Dedication to MiBH's mission, vision and values Ability to take a strategic view and make sound judgements in the organisation's best interests Willingness to understand and fulfil legal responsibilities of trusteeship Excellent reflective skills and ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team Strong communication skills and willingness to share knowledge and experience


How to Apply


Please click 'apply now' or contact Ellen at ellen@atkinsonhrconsulting.co.uk if you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal discussion.



Key Dates

Closing Date: 10am, Monday 6th October 2025 * Interviews: from Wednesday 15th October 2025, in person. We will endeavour to accommodate any remote interview requests; however, our preference is to do interviews in person.