Charity trustee volunteer roles in towcester, northamptonshire
Shape the future of student advocacy and social change by joining the NUS UK Board as a Lay Director.
We’re looking for an independent director to help steer our strategy, governance, and accountability. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in campaigning, communications, legal affairs, or non-profit leadership who’s passionate about supporting one of the UK’s most impactful student-led organisations.
Who We’re Looking For
We want to attract the broadest possible range of talent. Whether or not you’ve previously held a board or committee role, if you bring relevant expertise, lived experience, or a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re particularly interested in candidates with backgrounds in:
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Financial oversight, audit, or risk management
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Human resources, recruitment, or EDI expertise
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Legal, strategic, or governance experience
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Communications, campaigning, or public affairs knowledge
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Experience in the charity, education, or membership sectors
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A collaborative and values-driven mindset
We are committed to equality of opportunity and especially welcome applications from black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented as Directors of NUS UK and within the sector more broadly.
Why Volunteer With Us?
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Help shape the student movement and the future of education
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Influence decisions that impact millions of students
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Work alongside experienced, passionate, and values-led colleagues
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Develop your leadership and governance skills
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Make a meaningful contribution to social change
You’ll receive a full induction, ongoing support, and all reasonable expenses covered—including travel and accommodation when needed.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV (or a link to your LinkedIn profile) and a short covering letter (max 1 page) outlining your motivation and what you would bring to the role.
Apply by: Thursday 3 July 2025, 12 noon.
If you’d like an informal chat about the role before applying, we’d love to hear from you.
The University of Northampton is seeking a new member of its Remuneration Committee.
Committee members add valued additional expertise and perspective to support the work of a Board committee, without becoming members of the Board. This can be a great way to get experience and connect with the University with less of a time commitment. Joining a committee does not preclude applying for Board membership in future.
The Remuneration Committee is responsible to the Board of Governors for the remuneration of the Vice Chancellor and oversight of the Vice Chancellor’s performance and leadership of the senior team. The Committee also oversees remuneration arrangements for other senior staff. Applicants may have experience in a range of related matters including staff remuneration, compensation and benefits, staff performance management or employment law.
As a member of the Remuneration Committee, you will be at the forefront of the development of the University by overseeing the delivery of its strategy by senior leadership. You will build professional networks, collaborate with governors and staff, and build your own professional experience, profile and impact. This may include building new skills which will boost your professional expertise. You will be part of an organisation which has social impact as its purpose. The University is an economic engine and a force for social change for the county, the region, and the UK. Our latest Economic Impact Report showed that for every £1 spent running the University, £4 is returned to the economy – a 300% return on investment.
You will work as part of a strong and supportive team of your fellow governors, committee members, and members of staff. In return your skills, experience and broader perspective help the University to ensure that it continues to fulfil its mission.
There is more information about the University, the role and how to apply in the attached 'Further information' document. This is also available on our website or by contacting Miriam Lakin.
The University of Northampton is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing an inclusive environment for staff, students, governors and our stakeholders. We believe strongly that having Board members from a wide range of personal and professional backgrounds ensures the diversity of thought and rigour of debate which characterises a high-performing Board. Applications from women, those with global ethnic majority backgrounds, with declared disabilities, and from LBGT+ candidates are warmly received. In recruiting to the Board, we seek a broad and diverse range of previous professional and personal skills and experiences. Appointments take account of the personal and professional skills and experience of applicants in the context of the overall composition of the committee.
The role is voluntary and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
If you have any questions about the role or making an application, you are welcome to contact Miriam Lakin, Associate Director of Governance, Compliance and Risk.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role with reference to the role description and person specification. Please send your documents by 5pm on 30 May 2025. Interviews will take place on 13 June 2025.
Your cover letter should outline your suitability for the roles with particular reference to the person specification which you will find in the role description. This is part of the 'Further information' document which is attached.
Our ultimate purpose is social impact.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The University of Northampton is seeking a new member of its Audit and Risk Committee.
Committee members add valued additional expertise and perspective to support the work of a Board committee, without becoming members of the Board. This can be a great way to get experience and connect with the University with less of a time commitment. Joining a committee does not preclude applying for Board membership in future.
The Audit and Risk Committee is responsible to the Board of Governors for supporting the Board’s role in risk management, control and governance and for the advising on the probity of the University’s financial statements and the economic, efficient and effective operation of the University.
As a member of the Audit and Risk Committee, you will be at the forefront of the development of the University, overseeing its strategy, direction and long-term future. You will build professional networks, collaborate with governors and staff, and build your own professional experience, profile and impact. This may include building new skills which will boost your professional expertise. You will bring skills or experience in at least one of the areas in the Committee’s remit. These are financial management, reporting and planning, accountancy, internal or external audit, risk management, health and safety and legal compliance.
You will work as part of a strong and supportive team of your fellow governors, committee members, and members of staff. In return your skills, experience and broader perspective help the University to ensure that it continues to fulfil its mission. You will be part of an organisation which has social impact as its purpose. The University is an economic engine and a force for social change for the county, the region, and the UK. Our latest Economic Impact Report showed that for every £1 spent running the University, £4 is returned to the economy – a 300% return on investment.
There is more information about the University, the role and how to apply in the attached document. This is also available by contacting Miriam Lakin.
The University of Northampton is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing an inclusive environment for staff, students, governors and our stakeholders. We believe strongly that having Board members from a wide range of personal and professional backgrounds ensures the diversity of thought and rigour of debate which characterises a high-performing Board. Applications from women, those with global ethnic majority backgrounds, with declared disabilities, and from LBGT+ candidates are warmly received. In recruiting to the committee, we seek a broad and diverse range of previous professional and personal skills and experiences. Appointments take account of the personal and professional skills and experience of applicants in the context of the overall composition of the committee.
The role is voluntary and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
If you have any questions about the role or making an application, you are welcome to contact Miriam Lakin, Associate Director of Governance, Compliance and Risk.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the role with reference to the role description and person specification. Please send your documents by 5pm on 30 May 2025. Interviews will take place on 13 June 2025.
Your cover letter should outline your suitability for the role with particular reference to the person specification which you will find in the role description. The role description is in the 'Further information' pack
Our ultimate purpose is social impact.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.