The Role - Independent Audit Committee Member

Thank you very much for your interest in joining our Board.

The Group Audit & Risk Committee ensures that the Group has in place effective arrangements for: 

• external and internal audit to ensure efficiency and value for money of its operations and the minimisation of fraud and embezzlement 

• risk and assurance management 

The Audit & Risk Committee is made up of 5 members and the MHA Group Board is made up of 10 members.

We also operate a committee-style governance structure to support the main Group Board, due to the scale and complexity of considerations. Members are assigned membership in accordance with their specific expertise.

As you would expect, this remunerated position holds a number of responsibilities. You will be expected to participate in annual performance assessments to ensure the Board remains as strong as it can be.

At a glance, the performance standards and behaviours expected of this role are:

Performance Standards

• Prepare for meetings and fully participate.
• Keep up to date with issues affecting the sector.
• Investing in the role and taking part in learning opportunities
• Act as an ambassador for the Group, committed to culture, delivering on values and championing approach to E&D.

Behaviours

• Teamwork – build constructive relationships, value others’ views and possess ability to influence.
• Directing Strategy – a strong commitment to developing and delivering business strategy and managing change.
• Group Decision Making – questioning underlying assumptions, supporting group decision, assessing and managing risk.
• Leading & Motivating – confidently generate ideas, championing aspirations and needs of peers, customers and stakeholders.
• Analysing & Scrutinising – understand complex issues/evidence and achieving balanced and objective decisions.
• Possess strong communication and Interpersonal skills.

The Committee shall meet at least four times a year (in advance of MHA Board to allow for timely reporting). 

All governance meetings operate a hybrid approach, with Committee meetings mainly being online,  however, you will be expected to attend in-person meetings occasionally (strategic planning sessions, for example).   

Independent Audit Committee Member salary starts from £2,650 p.a. (dependent on the level of responsibility (Committee Chair role is higher, for example).

Here are some other benefits you can enjoy:

• Travel-related and accommodation expenses covered (for meetings, conference attendance etc.)
• Provision of ICT equipment and training
• Food & Drink allowance when attending official external events on behalf of the Group
• Childcare Fees or Carers Allowance
• Communications expenses (telephone calls made on behalf of the Group)
• Core training package
  • EDI, Anti-Racism and Unconscious Bias
  • Board Effectiveness
  • Tailored Induction Programme to your requirements, including Systems training for agenda management and risk/perfoemance monitoring
  • Compliance training, including GDPR, Data Protection, Cyber Security
  • If required, Introduction to Housing Associations or New to Board training)
  • Ad Hoc training as required

[For all non-reimbursement expenses and other benefits please refer to MHA Group’s Remuneration & Expenses Policy]

Other Benefits:

• Buddy system – learn from other board members
• Governance Team support (Administraive and I.T)
• Access to networks, webinars and events
• Represent MHA at conferences and events
• Opportunity to give back to a socially conscious organisation
• Access to publications and resources to help maintain skill and industry knowledge