About the Role
| Remuneration: | This role is not remunerated, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the charity’s expenses policy |
| Time Commitment: | 4 board meetings and ad-hoc engagement with trustees (one board away day per year) |
Location: | Remote |
We’re looking for an organised and governance-focused individual to join the Board of Ocular Melanoma UK as Trustee Secretary. You will help ensure the Board operates effectively, maintains high standards of governance, and complies with its legal and regulatory responsibilities.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting the smooth operation of Board and committee meetings.
- Preparing agendas, papers, minutes and action logs.
- Maintaining governance records and statutory documentation.
- Supporting compliance with Companies House and the Charity Commission.
- Advising trustees on governance processes and good practice.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Experience in a governance, company secretarial, trustee or board support role.
- Understanding of charity and/or company governance.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written communication and minute-taking skills.
- Good judgement, discretion and a commitment to the mission of Ocular Melanoma UK.
What You’ll Gain
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people affected by ocular melanoma.
- Valuable Board-level governance experience.
- The chance to work with a committed and collaborative Board and leadership team.
- An opportunity to help shape the future of a growing national charity.