Who we are
Our vision is to stop leukaemia devastating lives. Bringing together the leukaemia community, Leukaemia UK accelerates progress through life-changing research, awareness and advocacy, doing everything possible to make sure that the next person with leukaemia has the best possible experience of diagnosis, treatment and care. As we near the end of our current strategy, we’re poised for the next step change in our impact and influence.
The role
We are always keen to hear from people with a connection to leukaemia although this is not essential. We’re deeply committed to broadening the range of backgrounds on the Board, and welcome all candidates who have an interest in our work and the expertise to help shape our success.
The quality and range of people on our Board is critical if we are to achieve our ambitious priorities on behalf of the increasing numbers of people living with the impact of a leukaemia diagnosis and those around them. If you have the skills and experiences we are looking for, we very much look forward to hearing from you.
Role responsibilities
- Ensure the charity pursues its objectives in line with its governing document and applies its resources accordingly.
- Uphold the highest standards of governance and contribute towards continuous improvement.
- Ensure the charity meets its fiduciary and wider legal responsibilities and abides by its policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the charity’s strategic direction, champion the needs of those affected by leukaemia, and provide leadership on how it can most effectively deliver its work.
- Scrutinise performance and hold the SLT to account for delivery against strategic objectives.
- Champion equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging within the charity. Model behaviour in accordance with the charity’s values.
- Be an active ambassador for the charity, supporting the team in fundraising and campaigning efforts. • Be an active member of Board Sub-Committees, e.g. Development Committee, Finance Committee.
Person specification
- Strong track record in not-for-profit fundraising, income generation, and/or commercial development.
- Strong and well-developed networks, bringing contacts and relationships to Leukaemia UK that will inform our activities and build a stronger community of support for our work.
- Experience of setting strategic direction and supporting delivery, using analytical skills and wise judgement.
- A team player who can work collaboratively with the rest of the Board, challenging constructively when necessary.
- A desire to increase understanding of, and commitment to, the mission and values of the organisation.
- An ability to represent Leukaemia UK and its work effectively as a Trustee and supporter of the charity.
- Knowledge or experience of not-for-profit governance.
Supporting document(s)
- trustee-job-description-pack-7.11.2025-final.pdf - Download
