Independent Finance and Investment Committee Member

Independent Finance and Investment Committee Member

Please note, this is a remote role but the applicant is required to reside in the UK.

Interview date 10th December via Teams

About Waythrough

Waythrough provides specialist support across mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. We delivery high-quality, evidence-based services designed around the real needs of the people we serve.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through over 250 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

About the role

Make a meaningful contribution to Waythrough's future by joining our Finance and Investment Committee as an Independent Committee Member.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance or investment professional to use their expertise to support the financial sustainability and long-term success of a national charity. Working alongside Trustees and senior leaders, you will bring an independent perspective, specialist knowledge and constructive challenge to discussions around finance, investments and risk.

You will play an important advisory role in strengthening financial oversight, supporting informed decision-making and ensuring Waythrough's resources are managed effectively to support our mission of helping people overcome challenges and build better lives.

This is an advisory position rather than a Trustee role, meaning you can make a valuable contribution without holding the legal responsibilities associated with being a Charity Trustee.

The commitment involves four Committee meetings per year, each lasting approximately two hours, alongside preparation and occasional advice between meetings.

Key duties

• Provide independent specialist advice and professional insight on financial, investment and treasury matters.
• Contribute to discussions around investment strategy, fund management, treasury management and financial performance.
• Review and scrutinise complex financial information, offering constructive challenge and supporting effective decision-making.
• Help the Committee assess financial risks, assurance arrangements and opportunities for improvement.
• Share relevant professional expertise, sector knowledge and best practice to strengthen the Committee's effectiveness.
• Support the Committee Chair in ensuring discussions remain focused on the Committee's purpose and responsibilities.
• Attend quarterly Committee meetings, reviewing relevant papers in advance and contributing actively to discussions.
• Provide advice between meetings where appropriate on matters within the Committee's remit.
• Maintain independence, confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries, declaring and managing any potential conflicts of interest.

About you

We are looking for an experienced finance or investment professional who can bring specialist knowledge, independent thinking and constructive challenge to support Waythrough's long-term financial sustainability.

You will have:

• Significant senior-level experience in finance, treasury management, investment management or a related discipline.
• Experience of investment strategy, fund management, treasury management or asset oversight.
• The ability to interpret and analyse complex financial information and communicate your insights clearly.
• Confidence to provide objective, constructive challenge and contribute to high-level discussions.
• A strong understanding of good governance and the responsible management of organisational resources.
• A genuine interest in Waythrough's work and the importance of lived experience in shaping and improving services.
• The ability to work collaboratively with Trustees, senior leaders and fellow Committee members.

It would also be beneficial if you have previous experience serving on boards, committees or advisory groups, alongside knowledge of charity finance, regulatory compliance and risk management.

Above all, you will share Waythrough's values of being honest, kind and courageous, and be passionate about using your professional expertise to make a positive difference to people's lives.

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What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:

• Discounts from various schemes

• Training and personal development

• A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives

• Free induction and role-specific training

• Support from experienced staff and regular supervision

• Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence

• Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses

• Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk

How to apply

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Please note that while this role has a stated closing date, we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high number of applications.

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About Us

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. In April 2026, Aquarius, our former subsidiary partner, merged with Waythrough.

Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

We have 260 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 130,000 people.