Trustee – Treasurer

UK wide | Unpaid | Friday 09 January

Job Summary

Bradford Arts Centre is looking for an exceptional individual who is a Qualified Accountant and who is passionate about arts and culture to be the Treasurer of its Board of Trustees.

Job Description

It’s an exciting time to be joining the Board of Bradford Arts Centre. In October, the company completed a major redevelopment of the organisation’s building, reopening as Bradford Arts Centre during Bradford’s milestone year as UK City of Culture.

As we look towards the future, we are looking to further strengthen our Board with the appointment of a Qualified Accountant to act as the Board’s Treasurer.

Job Requirements

Applicants for the Trustee position of Treasurer should be a Qualified Accountant.

Trustees are expected to attend a minimum of four in-person Board meetings a year – with further meetings and informal discussions as required; represent Bradford Arts Centre at external events; and attend at least one performance at our venue each season. This role is not paid, but we do cover any expenses that you might incur whilst delivering your responsibilities (including lost income for joining meetings).

Prior experience of being part of a Board is not required. New Trustees are provided with a full induction prior to assuming their duties and opportunities for additional training and support.

We would be very interested to receive applications from people with lived experience that is currently under-represented in the arts sector and on our Board.

All Trustees are expected to have an understanding of, support for and commitment to Bradford Arts Centre’s artistic strategy and values, and a strong commitment to diversity and equality.

Job Responsibilities

The Treasurer plays a critical role on our Board of Trustees. Working with the company’s Head of Finance, the Treasurer leads the Board in overseeing the organisation’s financial performance and accounts.

As a Trustee, the postholder will work with the other Trustees and the organisation’s staff to ensure the company delivers against its Charitable Objects.

A full set of specific responsibilities can be found in the Recruitment Pack.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please email a copy of your CV and a covering letter stating why you are interested in joining the Board to: alex.croft@bdartscentre.co.uk

If you would like a confidential, informal discussion before applying, please contact Bradford Arts Centre’s CEO, Alex Croft (alex.croft@bdartscentre.co.uk), who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Closing date for applications is Friday 9^th January 2026.

Applications will be reviewed by the company’s Trustees, with selected candidates offered the chance for an initial informal meeting with Shagufta Bibi (Chair) in February 2026.

A proposed candidate will then be offered the opportunity to observe the company’s Q4 Board meeting in April 2026 before appointment in the Summer.