We have an exciting opportunity for a committed individual who can bring strategic guidance, governance and leadership to the organisation. As a lay trustee for the Association of British Neurologists, you will use your skills and experience to provide effective governance for the Association.

Application pack

Closing Date: Friday 14 February 2025. Interviews will be in March. 

What will you be doing? 

Lay Trustees are members of ABN’s Council, contributing to the governance of the Association, attending trustee meetings and providing valuable input on strategic decision making. 

• Attending Council Meetings - Trustees are expected to attend full Council meetings which take place 3 times a year. Council meetings are an opportunity to discuss matters of governance and strategy and make decisions about the running of the Association. Trustees are expected to read the papers for each meeting and contribute to discussions as appropriate
• Financial Management - Trustees join the FAR (Finance, Audit & Risk) Committee which has oversight of the Association’s budget, risk management procedures and other financial decisions (including investments)
• Lending Expertise – Your experience in other fields will allow you to advise ABN’s Council and provide an external perspective on the organisation’s governance.
  

What are we looking for? 

We are looking for candidates who possess:

• A commitment to the mission of the ABN 
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort 
• Good, independent judgement
• An ability to think creatively
• Ability to speak their mind diplomatically
• Strategic vision
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of the ABN
• A commitment to the Nolan principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honest and leadership. 

Experience of working at a senior level within an organisation (whether charitable or otherwise) would be welcomed but is not essential. 

We are particularly hear from candidates who have a background in any of these areas: HR, marketing/communications, legal, finance, investments, fundraising and income generation. 

The ABN values a range of voices and perspectives at Council level, and we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

What difference will you make? 

1 in 6 people in the UK are affected by a neurological condition. The ABN’s mission is to support our members to provide excellent care, share best practice and undertake ground-breaking research to improve the lives of neurological patients. As a lay trustee your expertise and external perspective will ensure the Association is governed effectively and manages its resources in order to carry out its mission. 

Full details about the role and the ABN are included in the application pack. If you have any questions regarding the role, please email Executive Director Emily Linnemann.

Application is via the completion of the form below which includes submitting your CV and a cover statement.