Board Member

Board Member We are seeking a Board Member to help shape decisions that improve the lives of people with a learning disability and autism. Position: Board Member (Non-Executive Director) Salary: Voluntary role, expenses reimbursed Location: London and remote (hybrid) Hours: Approximately 12 days per year Contract: 4-year fixed term (renewable) Closing Date: Noon, Monday 18 May 2026 Interview Date: Tuesday 26 May 2026 About the role Mencap Trust Company is seeking to appoint a new Non-Executive Director with specialist experience in social care, welfare benefits and support for people with a learning disability and autism. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in improving the lives of individuals by supporting the management of discretionary trusts set up by families for their loved ones. As a Director, you will contribute to decisions that directly affect beneficiaries, balancing quality of life, safeguarding considerations, statutory provision and the long-term sustainability of trust funds. You will also support governance and oversight, helping to shape strategy, manage risk and act as an ambassador for the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Making decisions in the best interests of beneficiaries, particularly in complex or sensitive cases Contributing to governance, strategy and oversight of risk, compliance and safeguarding Supporting the long-term development and financial sustainability of the organisation Acting as an ambassador, ..... full job details .....