Swim England London Independent Chair Audit & Risk Committee Recruitment

Swim England London is an incorporated regional body working in partnership with Swim England, the national governing body for aquatic sports. We focus on the specific needs of our clubs and members ensuring that our practices and policies keep up to date with the needs of all  aquatic sports across London. There is a management board of directors who are elected by its members.

Swim England London comprises the 32 London Boroughs plus the City of London.

We are currently recruiting for an independent member to Chair our Audit & Risk Committee. on a voluntary basis.

• To Chair three online meetings per year and provide leadership and
  support to the Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring all minutes of meetings
  are uploaded onto Sharepoint.
• Oversee the arrangement for the prevention of fraud/corruption within
  Swim England London Region and to be formally notified of any breaches.
• Oversee and consider the risk management process.
• Be available to be consulted by staff, Board Directors, and volunteers
  regarding issues of fraud, inappropriate/illegal payments, and other issues
  of an illegal/inappropriate nature as it relates to the operation of the
  organisation.
• Investigate relevant issues and determine whether any breakdown in
  formal procedures has occurred and report to the relevant Committee or
  Board the outcome of its investigation and any recommended actions
  arising from those investigations.
• Bring to the attention of the relevant Committee or Board at the earliest
  opportunity any evidence of ultra-vires transactions, improper acts,
  bribery, or other important matters.

You will be someone who brings an elevated level of knowledge of Audit and Risk Management and be able to act independently and impartially.

This role is vital for ensuring the integrity and sustainability of Swim England London’s operations, providing assurance to the Board of Directors and stakeholders that risks are being managed effectively, and that the organisation is operating within a robust control environment.

The Audit and Risk Chair will bring a rigorous, objective, and strategic approach to the organisation’s audit and risk management activities.

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