Chair of Audit and Risk Committee; voluntary governance

Voluntary governance role

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.

• Lead the Audit and Risk Committee in their work covering finance, audit, risk and compliance in relation to the cathedral.

• Academic or professional qualification in accountancy, finance, risk or compliance.
• Professional financial experience in the private, public or charitable sectors.
• Experience of effectively chairing professional meetings at a senior level.

Further information on this role can be found on our website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-risk

To apply for this role please submit a completed application form (found on our website) to HR 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.