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Today Carnegie UK aims to improve collective wellbeing by influencing public policy and practice.

Carnegie UK has been working to improve wellbeing in the UK and Ireland for over 100 years. Established in 1913 by the Scottish-American philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, that mission has evolved over time to reflect changes in society and governance.

We now focus on influencing policy and practice at a systemic level, building on evidence and research to argue for change.

Values

We work in ways that reflect our organisational values, which were co-produced by the staff team and trustees:

Motivated by change

we are galvanised by wellbeing approaches that change people’s lives for the better; we commit to assessing and understanding our impact.

Challenging

we recognise that social progress requires asking hard questions of ourselves and others; we commit to using research and evidence to speak truth to power.

Collaborative

we believe in radical kindness as the connection we have to each other and to wider society; we commit to putting strong relationships at the heart of everything we do.

Kind

we are invested in the collective impact of alliances; we commit to building coalitions to tackle wellbeing injustices and change systems.

Lead Trustee for Finance

Carnegie UK currently has a vacancy on its Board of Trustees for a Lead Trustee for Finance. 

Could you use your strategic financial skills to help us advance the wellbeing of everyone in the UK? 

Carnegie UK is a charity which has been working to improve wellbeing in the UK and Ireland for over 100 years. We seek to influence policy and practice at a systemic level, building on evidence and research to argue for change. 

Role 

Working closely with the CEO and the Head of Finance, the lead trustee for finance will take a lead role for the Board in financial strategy, bringing an external perspective and supportive challenge to our financial planning and management.  

Candidates should have a strong interest in the Carnegie UK’s work to promote wellbeing, as well as a strong background in finance and/or accounting, preferably with an understanding of charity finance. You will operate at a strategic level, as interested in the influence and impact of our investments as you are in our annual accounts. You will be willing to represent the organisation and able to commit the necessary time to governance. 

The anticipated time commitment includes preparation for and chairing of quarterly Finance Committee meetings held online, as well as preparation for and attendance at quarterly Board meetings (two a year in Scotland, one in London and one elsewhere in the UK or Ireland). The Chair of the Finance Committee is also a member of the Audit and Risk Committee, which meets online twice a year.

The lead finance trustee is also asked to make themselves available for an annual in-person meeting with our Investment Manager, and for ad hoc consultation by the CEO and Head of Finance.

Key dates 

Closing date: 16 March 2026 at 5pm  

Shortlisting: Complete by 23 March 2026  

Interviews: 30 March 2026  

Interviews are likely to take place in either Dunfermline or Edinburgh, with an online option available if required. 

Apply 

This recruitment is being led by David Bond. For a confidential informal discussion or to learn more about the role, please contact David at [email protected] or 07801 490678.

More information can be found in the Candidate Pack.  

Working with us

Our people are key to our impact: we value their humanity, their experiences, lived or learned, and their skills. We aim to create a working environment where everyone feels valued, belongs, and can be their best.

Our working policy allows us to operate a flexible hybrid model with all staff working from a blend of office, home, and co-working spaces.

We have up to date policies on all our responsibilities as employers including flexible working, maternity and parental leave and pride ourselves on providing supportive line management and peer to peer learning environments. Our benefits reflect our emphasis on staff wellbeing.

We offer our staff excellent terms and conditions including:

  • 35 hour working week
  • Electric car lease scheme
  • 25 days annual leave and 12 public holidays
  • Death in service policy
  • 5 days paid time off each year for volunteering activities
  • A monthly allowance for co-working space
  • Flexi-time policy
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Generous employer pension contributions
  • Group Income Protection Scheme which includes access to health checks, second medical opinions and mental health consultations
  • Enhanced maternity/adoption/paternity pay

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Life in the UK Index

Carnegie UK’s Life in the UK index measures collective wellbeing across the UK. It is based on what people in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland tell us about their lives.

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How we work

Carnegie UK aims to improve collective wellbeing by influencing public policy and practice by conducting research, advocating for our ideas and bringing people together.

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Our board

Meet the trustees at Carnegie UK.

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