Independent Member of Audit and Risk Committee in Birmingham

The Gambling Commission (the Commission) regulates the people and businesses that provide gambling in Great Britain, including the National Lottery. To help maintain high standards of probity and integrity expected of a public body, the Commission’s Audit and Risk Committee are seeking an independent member with experience and qualifications in audit, accountancy and/or risk management.

As the independent member of the Committee, you will bring an external perspective, constructive challenge, and additional scrutiny to the work of the Committee. The independent member will be a full member of the Committee and will work with other Committee members, the Accounting Officer and other members of the Commission's Executive Team to provide clear direction and challenge to steer the organisation and maintain high standards.

The Audit and Risk Committee supports the Board of Commissioners and Accounting Officer in their responsibilities for issues of control, governance, risk management, audit and associated assurance. It meets at least five times a year, generally in February, May, June, October, and December. Meetings are held remotely or at the Commission's office in central Birmingham and are attended by the Chief Executive, senior Executives of the Commission and both internal and external auditors.

The appointment will be for an initial fixed term of three years, with the possibility of a three-year extension. The role will be paid £300 per day. Travel costs will be reimbursed.

Your responsibilities:

• Prepare for and attend meetings of the Audit and Risk Committee plus any related ad hoc meetings that may be scheduled.
• Actively contribute to the Audit and Risk Committee; supporting, advising, and challenging the workings of the Commission.
• Bring an independent and external perspective to the Audit and Risk Committee.
• Keep up to date with developments in the areas of audit, accounting, risk management/internal control, reporting and governance in order that this may be reflected in discussions at the Audit and Risk Committee.
• Ensure the Committee is best placed to achieve its aims in an appropriate manner.

What we’re looking for:

Essential criteria:

• A recognised qualification in the field of accountancy (for example ACA, ACCA, ACMA or CIPFA) or risk management (for example MoR or an accredited IRM qualification).
• Senior professional experience of financial management or audit or risk management.
• Experience of participating in decision-making meetings, providing concise, clear and professional challenge.
• The ability to provide advice and objective challenge as part of the Committee's deliberations.
• A willingness to act collegiately with other members and to take collective responsibility for decisions.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience of regulation.
• An understanding of the gambling sector.
• Experience of the public sector.

This role is on the prohibited list for the National Lottery. This does not affect your family playing.

Your application:

We value diversity in our workplace and are committed to a culture where each individual is engaged and feels that their contribution is valued and respected. We welcome all applications from candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role.

To apply for this position, please select the Apply button or see the Gambling Commission careers website. The Gambling Commission have an anonymised recruitment process, so you should not attach a CV to your application. Instead, application questions will ask you to evidence how your personal skills, qualities and experience match the essential criteria for the role.

The selection process for this vacancy will comprise of a remote (Teams) interview consisting of competency and technical questions / and a presentation. To prepare for your interview please familiarise yourself with the STAR technique for answering interview questions.

The closing date for this role is midnight on Sunday 15th February 2026. Interviews are expected to be held week commencing 2nd March 2026 by MS Teams.

Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Incomplete applications will be discounted from shortlisting. Please ensure your application is fully completed and submitted before logging out of your account.

Conduct:

You will be expected to demonstrate high standards of personal conduct and adhere to the Commission's Code of Conduct. Applicants must also confirm that they understand and can apply the standards of probity required by public appointees outlined in the Seven Principles of Public Life.

The Audit and Risk Committee is provided with secretariat support by the Gambling Commission. Members of the committee should not receive funding or have financial interests in the gambling industry.

The time commitment for a panel member is expected to be up to one day per month on average. This includes attending meetings approximately every six to eight weeks. In between meetings, the panel will contribute advice on specific projects as required. Meetings are currently held remotely. Where face to face meetings are held, these will usually take place in Birmingham. We will discuss with candidates what flexibility will be needed to enable participation.

About us:

The Gambling Commission is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing and regulating gambling activities in the United Kingdom. Our primary role is to ensure that gambling is conducted fairly, openly, and free from crime, while also protecting vulnerable individuals from harm.

We regulate various forms of gambling, including casinos, bingo, sports betting, and lotteries, and issues licenses to operators. We are committed to ensuring a safe and responsible gambling environment, promoting transparency, and enforcing compliance with legal standards to maintain public trust in the industry.

We’re proud to have notable industry recognition, including the Regulatory Excellence Award from the International Association of Gaming Regulators (IAGR). This prestigious award recognised the Commission's international leadership in enhancing consumer protection through industry collaboration.

Please apply if you want to be part of an organisation that is a force for good.