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Voluntary
Job description

Trustee Position 

Exeter Students’ Guild is looking for a passionate and experienced External Trustee to join our Board and help shape the future of our student-led organisation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Trustees play a key part in making sure the Students’ Guild runs well and stays true to its purpose. As a Trustee, you’ll help set the Guild’s direction, support and challenge senior staff, and make sure we’re using our resources responsibly and operating within the law.

You’ll be joining a Board of 14 Trustees, made up of External Trustees, Student Trustees, and Elected Officer Trustees, all working together to support students at Exeter.

The role is a four-year term, with the option to serve a second term. You’ll need to meet The Charity Commission eligibility requirements. The role is unpaid, but reasonable expenses will be covered.

Further information can be found on our website.

Experience and Knowledge

We’re especially keen to hear from people who have:

  • Senior-level experience in finance, accounting, or a related area
  • An understanding of the challenges facing students in the UK and at the University of Exeter
  • A good grasp of what good governance looks like
  • Knowledge of the Higher Education sector and the issues it faces
  • The time to commit to Board meetings, committee work, and key financial discussions

Skills

  • The ability to ask questions and challenge the status quo.
  • Sound judgement and the ability to think strategically, handle competing priorities and make informed decisions.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with people at all levels.
  • Able to respond positively to challenging situations and solve problems creatively.

Values and Attitude

  • A demonstrable commitment to our values.
  • Strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and able to engage with people from all backgrounds and at all levels.
  • Passionate about working in a democratic, student led environment.

Interested?

Take a look at our Trustee Recruitment Pack for more details about the role and what we’re looking for.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our recruitment portal to complete our application form by 8am, Monday 26th January 2026.

You’ll need:

  • An up-to-date CV
  • Short written answers (up to 300 words each) to:
    1. Why do you want to be a Trustee at Exeter Students’ Guild, and how do your values align with ours?
    2. How would your skills and experience help the Trustee Board and staff team deliver our strategy?

We hope to hold interviews on the below times, therefore please make a note of these dates in your diary:

Closing date for applications          8am, 26th January 2026

Panel interview 5th - 6th February 2026

First Trustee Board 12th March 2026

Trustee Training 30th June 2026

Please note we will aim to work flexibly with candidates around interview dates.

If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Dani Alexander - details can be found in the information pack or on our website. 

Testimonial from External Trustee, Sophie

What inspired you to become a trustee?

I was inspired to become a trustee to be able to use my experience and knowledge, both as a higher education professional and a former student (from a while ago!), to be part of something that benefits students and adds to their brilliant university experience. I also wanted to experience governance from 'the other side' and improve those skills.

How has the experience benefited you personally or professionally?

It has been really gratifying to be able to use what I do everyday and have it aid discussion. I've found it so interesting and refreshing to approach familiar topics from a completely different angle.

What advice would you give to someone considering becoming a trustee?

I would say to put yourself forward! Speak to someone who may have experience of being a trustee, have a look at the brilliant resources there are out there, and have confidence in your experience - a Board really needs a wide range of skills and experience and diversity of opinion, so go for it.

 

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University of Exeter Students' Guild View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 51 - 100

Helping students to Love Exeter.

Posted on: 20 January 2026
Closing date: 20 February 2026 at 15:22
Tags: Finance, Accounting, Education, University, Governance / Management

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