At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Finance & Audit Committee to strengthen governance and support strategic ambitions.
- Company: Catch22, a charity transforming lives and reforming services across England and Wales.
- Benefits: Make a real impact in society while working with diverse communities.
- Other info: Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is essential.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team dedicated to systemic reform and social change.
- Qualifications: Professionally qualified accountant with senior finance experience and strong audit oversight.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Become a Trustee at Catch22 and apply your expertise to help build a stronger society, transforming lives and reforming services.
Time commitment: c.1 day per month
Location: London, EC1V 3AG
Applications close: Monday 13th July 2026
About Catch22
Catch22 is a charity and a social business. We have more than 100 services across England and Wales, delivering public services in a range of areas: employability and skills, justice and alternative education and young people and families. Our Public Service Reform agenda is deeply embedded in our history and central to our mission. We don’t just deliver services; we use frontline learning to drive policy change. We take insights from our delivery, the experiences of practitioners and the people we work with to advocate for systemic reform. We operate over 100 services across England and Wales, touching the lives of more than 160,000 people annually. Our work spans key areas: justice services, employability and skills, alternative education and support for young people and families. We employ over 1,500 people who share our values and reflect the diverse communities we serve.
About the role
We are looking for a Trustee to chair our Finance & Audit Committee. Your expertise will strengthen our governance and support our strategic ambitions.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone who can provide senior-level financial oversight and succession planning for committee leadership. We require a professionally qualified accountant with senior finance experience. You will have a strong understanding of financial reporting and demonstrable experience in audit and risk oversight. Knowledge of charity and social enterprise finance would be highly valuable, as would a forward-thinking approach to investment strategy and risk appetite. Beyond specialist expertise, you will have sound judgment, combined with the highest professional standards and integrity. Cultural and political sensitivity is essential given the diverse communities we serve and the politically complex environments in which we operate. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is fundamental. We need someone who understands what Catch22 is and is passionate about our work and ambitious strategy. We move quickly while maintaining robust governance. We need people who are comfortable with complexity, who can hold multiple perspectives simultaneously.
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Applications for this role close on Monday 13th July 2026.
Chair of Finance & Audit Committee in London employer: Business & Human Rights Resource Centre
Catch22 is an exceptional employer that offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on society through its diverse range of services. With a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to transformative change in the communities we serve. Located in London, our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and supports personal development, making it an ideal place for those passionate about social reform and governance.
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Business & Human Rights Resource Centre Recruitment Team
