We are looking for a new Board member with financial expertise to chair our Finance and Audit Committee, support our work, and bring new skills, expertise and ideas for the future of our organisation.

At Nottingham Contemporary, we believe in the power of contemporary art to inspire, challenge and bring people together. Our vision is to be a leading international contemporary art gallery, known for our innovative exhibitions, events and local engagement programmes. We are in an important moment in Nottingham Contemporary’s history as we deliver a transformative process of rearticulating our purpose and shaping our future. This includes securing our long-term financial standing by developing and working towards ambitious and entrepreneurial income generation strategies and building on new and existing partnerships, members and supporters.

We are looking for someone with strong financial understanding and experience to join our Board as a trustee and Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee. This role is key to supporting Board members with financial decisions and understanding, providing a link between the Board and the Finance and Audit Committee and working closely with the Director and Senior Leadership Team.

Time commitment: We would normally expect trustees to prepare for and take part in 4–5 Board meetings per year. In addition, you will be expected to prepare for and chair up to 5 Finance and Audit Committee meetings per year. All trustees support the development of key pieces of work and are invited to voluntarily attend the 3 exhibition openings per year and other fundraising, networking and promotional functions. In total, this is estimated as a time commitment of an average of 1 day per month.

Payment: The role is an unpaid voluntary position. Reasonable travel expenses incurred taking part will be met. 

Access: Information about our access statement and facilities can be found here: https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/accessibility/ If you have access needs or would like more information, please contact recruitment@nottinghamcontemporary.org. 

Benefits: We offer mutually devised mentoring and training opportunities, based upon the needs and interests of new trustees. The role can provide opportunities for the development of experiences and networks in the cultural sector and beyond. 

To apply to become a Nottingham Contemporary trustee, please send:

• A short statement (maximum 500 words, or alternatively a 4-minute recorded/filmed response) which outlines why you would like to become a trustee and the skills and expertise you feel you can bring to Nottingham Contemporary which align with our values (see 'Essential Criteria').
• An up-to-date CV, detailing any voluntary or Board-level experience.
• Details of one professional reference.

Send applications as a PDF or video/audio file to recruitment@nottinghamcontemporary.org 

Closing date: Wednesday 1 October 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 22 October 2025

For the full job description and person specification, please see our website.