Recruitment of Independent Members to the Governance and Audit Committee
Do you want to review and scrutinise the Combined Authority’s risk management, internal control and corporate governance arrangements?
Appointment of Independent Members to the
West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s
Governance & Audit Committee
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority is looking for two independent members to serve on its Governance & Audit Committee.
The purpose of the Committee is to review and scrutinise the Combined Authority’s risk management, internal control and corporate governance arrangements. The Committee considers the work of internal and external audit and reviews the financial affairs, including the statutory accounts. The role will also enable you to gain an insight into how the Combined Authority operates.
We are seeking applications from people who have experience in matters of audit, risk management, performance management and corporate and financial governance and controls. For the position you should be able to demonstrate the ability to think strategically, analyse information and to question effectively, have effective interpersonal skills and have high standards of personal integrity.
There are strict legal provisions determining eligibility of persons applying for this post - for details you should refer to the eligibility criteria set out in the role profile.
The role is a remunerated position, paying £1,038.00 per annum. Reasonable expenses for travel and subsistence will also be paid.
The Committee currently meets approximately 4 times per year at the Combined Authority’s offices in central Leeds.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please read the information pack which contains a role description, person specification and terms of reference. Please also complete the application form and return to Lewis Powell by 18 September 2024 at 11:55 pm. For an informal discussion please contact Lewis Powell by telephone on 0113 348 1871 or email at lewis.powell@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
The closing date for receipt of applications is 18 September 2024 and it is anticipated that the appointment will take effect from 31 October 2024