Job Description

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Do you believe that everyone should have access to quality advice and support, regardless of their background? As Treasurer you would have a real opportunity to shape how AdviceUK uses its financial resources to support advice organisations across the UK.



With almost 700 members,

AdviceUK

is the biggest network of advice services in the UK. Since 1979, we have been supporting advice providers with training, information, and advocacy to help them create greater social impact. In 2024 alone, our members helped

2.8 million people

with issues including debt, housing, employment, immigration and asylum, welfare benefits, and consumer rights.



Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, we are constantly exploring new and innovative ways to strengthen the advice sector.

Our vision?

A society wherein every individual, regardless of means, is able to access the advice they need

to exercise their rights and deal with any legal and social welfare problems they may face.

So what does the Treasurer role at AdviceUK look like?

Are you looking for a voluntary role that is rewarding and offers you the chance to provide leadership with your financial expertise?



The Board is responsible for our strategic direction and governance, ensuring we achieve our charitable objects and are well run. Day-to-day management of the organisation is delegated to the Chief Executive and staff, while the Board focuses on general direction and oversight.


We are currently looking for an experienced finance professional to join our Board as Treasurer. The Treasurer/Finance Trustee plays a key role in overseeing the charity's financial health and ensuring the Board can make informed, responsible decisions.


The role can fit around existing commitments, both professional and personal. Previous trustee experience isn't required, and you will be supported into the role through an onboarding and induction process.

Please read the candidate information pack for further information before you apply.

Don't think you quite meet all of the specifications? Please don't count yourself out - we'd still love to hear from you and learn more about you and your interest in joining AdviceUK!

Ready to apply?

Eastside People is supporting AdviceUK in the recruitment of these roles. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter,

both in Word doc format

.


Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:



Why are you interested in the Treasurer role at AdviceUK? Having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills do you feel you would bring to this role? This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience.


You are welcome to send your cover letter in writing, or as a video or audio clip, alongside your CV. Any video or audio submissions should be emailed to johns@eastsidepeople.org.



If you would like a call to discuss the role or any of the content of this pack in more detail, please email John Sanger to arrange a convenient time at johns@eastsidepeople.org. Having a call of this kind will not influence the success or otherwise of your application.



We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.



The closing date for applications is

Friday, 7

th

November.

Shortlisting interviews with our recruitment partner Eastside People will take place shortly after, and shortlisted candidates will an interview with AdviceUK during the

week beginning 17th November.

We look forward to hearing from you!