Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) Independent Member

Salvation Army Homes; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK supported housing provider is seeking members for their Audit and Risk Committee. This role requires individuals with finance qualifications and experience in financial management or audit processes. Candidates will contribute to key discussions that support good governance and help transform lives through housing support. An inspiring opportunity for those passionate about social impact, with a deadline for applications on September 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and audit processes.
• Ability to evaluate and manage risks effectively.
• Willingness to collaborate and contribute to discussions.

Responsibilities

• Join the Audit and Risk Committee and contribute to discussions.
• Support the organization in achieving good governance.
• Evaluate risks and integrate assessments into practices.

Skills

Relevant finance professional qualification

Corporate financial management experience

Audit and risk governance processes experience

Working knowledge of audit committee practices

Risk management frameworks knowledge

Job description

Safe Homes. Transforming lives.

At Salvation Army Homes we know that the people we house and support are some of the most vulnerable people in society and we aim to provide them an environment where they feel respected, valued and encouraged. So when you join our Audit and Risk Committee you will be making a tangible contribution to transforming lives.

While prior Committee or Board experience is not essential you’ll have some understanding of the principles of good governance. We seek new colleagues who are collaborative and team‑players. You will be comfortable with consensus‑based decision making that is founded in good quality debate.

We are looking to increase the diversity of our Committee to more closely represent our staff and residents we serve. As such we particularly encourage people with lived experience of social housing and/or supported housing, younger people, those with disabilities and people from black and minority ethnic communities to apply.

About You

If transforming lives resonates with you, do get in touch to find out more. It’s a fantastic opportunity to join an inspiring organisation.

Skills and Experience

We seek interest from people who can offer skills and experience in the following:

• Holds a relevant finance professional qualification.
• Experience of corporate financial management, internal and external audit and corporate accounting in a substantial organisation.
• Experience of audit and risk governance processes in a regulated organisation.
• An excellent working knowledge of audit committee practices and risk management frameworks.
• Ability to evaluate and manage likely risks, integrating risk assessment into mainstream business and to ensure that appropriate risk management…

If you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal chat with the committee Chair please contact Vicky Hughes (Head of People Services) at emailprotected who will organise this for you.

Please view the recruitment pack for more details about the role (click on job and person specification - red button).

Closes Wednesday 24 September 2025 midday

Interview date: 13 October 2025 London

About Us

A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society – mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.

Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person‑centred individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive outcomes. We need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive good quality housing services, support and resettlement services to our residents. That’s where you come in.

As an equal opportunities employer Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination.

Key Skills

Commercial Property Paralegal, JAVA / J2EE, Building Construction, Javase, Administrative Services

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1