Are you a strategic thinker with a strong financial background and a passion for making a difference in your local community?

Birmingham Hospice is the largest provider of adult palliative care in the region.  We are seeking a Finance Trustee to join our Board and help shape the future of palliative and end-of-life care across Birmingham and the surrounding areas. As a charity committed to dignity, compassion, and inclusivity, we provide specialist care to communities across Birmingham, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield and Sandwell.

Our vision is a future where everyone with a life-limiting illness will live and die with dignity and in comfort and our mission is to enable more people from all communities to access the care of their choice at the end of life.

Who can become a Trustee?

The Charity Commission expects trustees to be able to bring ‘time, understanding and effort’ to their role of governing a hospice, both at meetings and between meetings, as well as useful and relevant experience and/or skills. Anyone over the age of 18 may be a charity trustee, provided they are not disqualified from so doing.

About the Role

As Finance Trustee, you will:

• Chair the Finance Committee, facilitate informed discussions, and provide clear financial reports and recommendations to the Board.
• Ensure robust financial governance, including monitoring budgets, cash flow, reserves and the performance of the investment portfolio to safeguard the charity’s sustainability.
• Oversee adherence to legal, regulatory, and charity commission requirements, and manage financial risks effectively.
• Provide oversight and assurance on the long-term financial strategy of the hospice, aligning resources with organisational goals and supporting decision-making at Board level.
• Champion our values of Kindness, Respect, Positivity, Togetherness, Openness, and Innovation.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with:

• A recognised professional accountancy qualification and the appropriate skills to support the hospice’s financial oversight
• Experience in charity, NHS or similar sector finance at an appropriate level to support the chairing of the sub board committee
• A commitment to our mission and values. You will bring integrity and a strong sense of purpose, guided by values that align with our mission.
• The ability to challenge constructively and contribute to strategic decision-making

We are especially keen to hear from candidates who reflect the diversity of our communities and bring fresh perspectives to our Board.

Why Join Us?

Being a Trustee at Birmingham Hospice is a deeply rewarding opportunity to:

• Make a lasting impact on people’s lives.
• Work alongside passionate professionals and fellow Trustees.
• Help steer a respected charity through an exciting period of growth and innovation.

Bring your expertise to Birmingham Hospice and help make very moment matter

To find out more please email:  susan.hall@birminghamhospice.org.uk