Trustee - Finance
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- Employer:
- Karbon Homes Group
- Salary:
- Voluntary
- Closing Date:
- 9am Monday 15th September
- Job Ref:
- GSe125666
Description
Make a difference as a Trustee with the Karbon Foundation
We’re seeking two passionate and experienced professionals to join us as Trustees at the newly formed Karbon Foundation. The foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) within the wider Karbon Group, which includes Karbon Homes, 54North Homes, Leazes Homes and Graphite Homes.
The Karbon Foundation is dedicated to creating lasting social impact by addressing key challenges faced by individuals and communities. The mission of the foundation is to empower people to lead more secure, connected and fulfilling lives through targeted support and inclusive opportunities. As part of the Karbon Group, the Foundation benefits from the Group’s extensive experience, governance and reputation in housing and community support across the North East and Yorkshire.
About the role
Trustees at the Karbon Foundation play a key role in our success and we’re looking for two exceptional candidates to join us as Trustees, contributing their insight and experience.
These are key roles, responsible for leading the foundation at a non-executive, strategic level, and we’re looking for experienced professionals ideally with a background in community focused organisations such as ours.
We welcome individuals who can offer fresh perspectives, strategic thinking and a commitment to delivering high quality services, with a passion for making a positive impact. We are particularly looking to appoint Trustees with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Finance (ideally a qualified accountant).
- Senior level leadership experience gained within a charity or a comparable community support organisation.
- Trusts, grants and funding.
We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience in social housing.
Key terms
- Trustees are appointed for a three-year term, with renewal to a maximum of six years.
- Trustee roles are voluntary, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
- Trustees are expected to attend four Board meeting annually, as well as annual strategy and training days.
- Committee attendance and occasional support through working groups or support to our Executive Team may also be required.
Next steps
For more information and application details, please visit https://join-karbonhomesgroup.co.uk/ If you then require a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at GatenbySanderson: Chantelle Harris on 07384 460191 or Nick Roberts on 07393 013697.
The closing date for applying is 9am on Monday 15th September 2025.
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How to Apply
- Please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.
- Detail any employment or education gaps.
- Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages. We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.
- Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.
- Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.
Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email confirmation. If you do not receive, please email contactus@gatenbysanderson.com