Independent Committee Member (Audit & Risk)

Job Introduction

We’re looking for a customer-focused and strategically minded professional to join us as our new Independent Audit and Risk Committee Member. This is a great opportunity to help us deliver our Business Strategy, strengthen our approach to assurance, and support our journey to being the UK’s best housing provider.

What you'll be doing 

You’ll work closely with other Committee Members to provide effective oversight, challenge and assurance to the Board. You’ll help ensure our decisions support strong governance, manage risk well, reflect customer insight and keep customers and communities at the heart of what we do.

The Committee meets at least four times a year, mostly virtually, with one in-person strategy day.

The stuff that sets you apart 

We’re looking for someone with a background in the housing sector and strategic experience in either asset management or housing management. You’ll bring sound judgement, curiosity and the confidence to provide constructive challenge, alongside a strong focus on customer inclusion and customer experience. An understanding of the legal and regulatory environment affecting housing providers would be a real advantage.

If you are passionate about social purpose and eager to make a difference, we encourage you to apply, regardless of your previous experience with Boards and Committees.  Yorkshire Housing is committed to fostering a welcoming and diverse environment for all. 

What’s in it for you? 

This role offers a time commitment of 1 day per month, with a salary of £5,000 per annum. It’s an opportunity to challenge yourself and make a significant impact. 

Take a look at the recruitment pack for more detail about this exciting opportunity!

So, now you’re really interested? 

At Yorkshire Housing, we’re actively building an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone can contribute their best work and be themselves.  We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

We know that not all candidates will meet every single desired requirement. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.  Please go ahead and apply! 

If you require any additional support with your application, or have any further questions, please contact our amazing recruitment team via email at recruitment@yorkshirehousing.co.uk. 

The fine print 

To apply, click the link to our recruitment platform.  You'll receive step-by-step guidance and can choose to submit a CV with a cover letter or CV and a short video (no longer than 1 minute) explaining why you would be ideal for the position.  There are also a couple of application questions to answer, followed by our equal opportunities monitoring form.

Please make sure you review the recruitment pack before applying.

Closing date: 23:59 on 3rd August 2026

First stage interviews: 27th August 2026 (via Microsoft Teams)

Psychometric Assessments to be completed: w/c 31st August 2026

Final stage interviews: 23rd September 2026 (in person in Leeds)