Chair of Audit and Risk Committee (voluntary governance role)

Introduction

Voluntary governance role, approximately 5 days per year for a term of 3 years initially

Ely Cathedral is seeking to appoint a new Chairperson for our Audit and Risk Committee, due to the retirement of the former Chair. The post is currently being filled on an interim basis.

The Chair leads our Audit and Risk Committee in their work covering the fields of finance, audit, risk and compliance in relation to the cathedral. The ideal candidate should hold an academic or professional qualification in accountancy, finance, risk or compliance. They should also have professional financial experience in the private, public or charitable sectors, and have experience of effectively chairing professional meetings at a senior level.

Further information on this role can be found on our website: https://www.elycathedral.org/about/careers/chair-of-audit-and-risk

To apply for this role please submit a completed application form (found on our website) to HR@elycathedral.org by midday (12 noon) on Tuesday 7 April 2026.

Interviews will take place later in April 2026.

Ely Cathedral is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, office-holders and volunteers to adhere to the Cathedral’s safeguarding policies and procedures.