London Met SU is home to over 10,000 students studying in North London, across our two campuses on Holloway Road and Aldgate. London Metropolitan University is a diverse and exciting university that challenges how our society works and prepares graduates to thrive and continue to challenge and change the world around them.
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Student Trustee x 2 (One undergraduate student, one postgraduate student)
About London Met Students' Union
London Metropolitan Students Union (LMSU) is an independent, registered charity committed to enhancing the student experience at London Metropolitan University.
We see our new trustees at the forefront of designing our new strategy as we embark on our next exciting chapter to fulfil our vision of creating a connected community where all students, regardless of background, receive the highest quality and transformative experience.
We are looking to recruit a motivated individual, passionate and enthusiastic about making a real difference to the lives of students and willing to help take the Union to the next level of success. You will help manage the strategy and finances of the organisation, and be willing to work collectively to ensure that we will be able to deliver positive change for its members year after year.
This is a part-time, voluntary role. There will be around 10 meetings per year at around 2 hours each, as well as one or more training/induction sessions. This will include the Board meetings and any sub-committees to which you are appointed.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively participate in the meetings
- Prepare for Board meetings by reading through materials and Board papers beforehand
- Keep in regular contact with the other Trustees and provide feedback and input on issues when they arise
- Be an ambassador of the Students’ Union; a critical friend to both the Union and, indirectly, the University
Candidate requirements
- Must be a current London Metropolitan University student
- Must not be employed by the Students' Union
- Must meet the Chairty Commission requirements for being a Trustee
- Over the age of 18
- Are not disqualified as a company director
- Do not have any have an unspent conviction for an offence involving dishonesty or deception (such as fraud)
- Are not an undischarged bankrupt (or subject to sequestration in Scotland)
- Not have a current composition or arrangement including an individual voluntary arrangement (IVA) with your creditors
- Have not been removed as a trustee of any charity by the Commission (or the court) because of misconduct or mismanagement
- Are not on the sex offenders’ register.
To see a full description of the role, see our role description
What you can gain through this experience
Being a trustee of the Students’ Union is a fantastic chance to shape the entire direction and purpose of the Students’ Union. You also get amazing experience having responsibility for the strategic leadership of a charity, as well as an opportunity to gain an understanding of financial accounts. You’ll get a massive insight into how the Students’ Union works, which would be ideal for anyone keen to take on future leadership roles at the Students’ Union or at other organisations.
Some of the skills you can gain include:
- Analytical/critical skills
- Decision-making skills
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
How to apply
Send a CV & a cover letter explaining why you would like to be a Student Trustee to HR.su@londonmet.ac.uk
Application deadline 21st November 2024
Finance Trustee, HR Trustee or Chair of the Board
About London Met Students' Union
London Metropolitan Students Union (LMSU) is an independent, registered charity committed to enhancing the student experience at London Metropolitan University.
We see our new trustees at the forefront of designing our new strategy as we embark on our next exciting chapter to fulfil our vision of creating a connected community where all students, regardless of background, receive the highest quality and transformative experience.
We're seeking individuals who share our values and can share both their professional expertise and strategic vision to help us redefine the future of our students' union.
We are delighted to be inviting applications for candidates to fill 3 Trustee positions with expertise in Finance, HR and someone to chair our board.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic oversight in finance or HR.
- Challenge and guide our elected officers and CEO.
- Build strong relationships within the board and the wider LMSU community.
- Ensure the Board works together with officers and staff to prioritise students' belonging, wellbeing, and success in everything we do.
Who Are We Looking For?
- People with the skills, experience and capability to oversee finance or HR at a strategic level.
- People who resonate with our values and are eager to make a tangible difference.
- Collaborative team players who can commit to collective leadership and can build and nurture strong relationships.
- For our new chair, someone who can lead the board, set strategic direction and hold the CEO accountable for the delivery of the Union’s goals.
Our Commitment to Diversifying our Board
In order for us to be able to make sure every student is able to celebrate who they are, shape their university experience and feel connected to a community, we need to continue to innovate and make sure we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in everything that we do. This means having a commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive Trustee Board.
We would particularly welcome applications from Black and Asian candidates, those who identify as women or non-binary, and disabled candidates, in order to improve representation of these groups on our Board.
We are committed to ensuring that people with a diverse range of skills and experience are encouraged to apply and contribute fully as Trustees. We will strive to remove the barriers that prevent people from applying to become Trustees and ensure that our application and selection processes are inclusive of and accessible to people with a wide range of skills and lived experience.
We also welcome candidates from outside of London, who may claim reasonable travel expenses for attendance to Board meetings which take place 4 times a year.
Apply Now to be a part of LMSU’s promising future.
How to apply
Please click 'Apply Now' or contact Sannah at sannah@atkinsonhrconsulting.co.uk if you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal discussion.
Key Dates
- Closing Date: 12pm, Wednesday 13th November 2024
- Interviews: 26th November 2024, in person. We will endeavour to accommodate any remote interview requests on Monday 25th November 2024, however our preference is to do interviews in person.
- Appointed Trustees Induction: 2nd December 2024
- Board Meeting to Attend: 3rd December 2024
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