External Trustee (Voluntary Role)

The Guild is looking for a professional to join our Trustee Board as an External Trustee. The
Trustee Board is ultimately responsible for overseeing the affairs of the Guild. Our Trustees
must ensure that the Guild is well run and delivers the objectives for which it has been set
up.

It is an exciting time for the Guild as we progress with our 2022-2027 strategic plan and
continue to deliver excellent services for our students. A strong and active Trustee Board is
essential to support and guide the organisation’s work.

The Guild welcomes applications from a wide range of backgrounds that are reflective of the
full diversity of Birmingham’s community and the West Midlands, and in particular we
welcome applications from people of colour as we seek to continually increase diversity
within our governance structures.

We would encourage candidates with current or previous experience in a membership or
charitable organisation; however, this is not necessarily a requirement. We would be
particularly interested to hear from individuals with a background in Strategic Financial
Management and previous experience as a Students’ Union Officer, but these are not
essential.

The post of External Trustee is appointed for a period of three years, which can be extended
for a second term up to a maximum of six years. This role is not remunerated; however
reasonable expenses (travel/accommodation etc) will be reimbursed.

Closing date for applications: 9:00am, Monday 31st March 2025
Interview date: Tuesday 15th April 2025
Interviews will take place at the Guild of Students, Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham,
B15 2TU.

If you would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Chike Dike, Executive
Assistant by email: c.dike@guild.bham.ac.uk