Position Description

The Policy & Finance Chair is required to:

• Provide leadership of the Policy & Finance Committee
• Chair Policy & Finance meetings and report to Council members at the Council and Annual General Meetings
• Provide oversight of financial planning, reporting, internal controls to ensure ongoing financial health of the FRC
• Ensure maintenance of accurate and complete financial records, including the review of financial statements, monitoring of cash flow, safeguarding of assets and maintenance of financial stability
• Ensure annual budgets align with FRC goals, and that budget performance is measured. Recommend adjustments where required.
• Oversee the creation and enforcement of internal controls, policies – financial and operational, risk management and compliance with legal obligations including staff policies and employment law
• Responsible for authorisation in excess of limits determined in the Financial Policy & Procedures Manual on a monthly and ad hoc basis. These authorisations may relate to invoices, credit card expenses, payroll etc. (this list is not exhaustive)
• Interpret the financial implications of strategic plans, including insurance coverage, employee compensation, incentive plans and longer-term financial goals such as reserve funds
• Responsible for training a successor, reviewing the committee chair’s role and responsibilities description to ensure continuity and effective governance
• Oversee recruitment and appointment of staff including review of salary scales, pensions and rewards
• Chair appeal hearings in relation to staff disciplinary or grievance cases in accordance with the FRC’s policies and procedures and ensuring impartiality and fairness at all times

The Policy & Finance Chair will work with Registrar/senior staff to:

• Ensure the FRC continues to deliver confidently, consistently and to a high standard
• Maintain a productive and supportive working environment
• Be an ambassador for the FRC

Selection Criteria

Candidates will need to demonstrate that they have the following competences:

• commitment to the ‘Seven Principles of Public Life’, first set out by Lord Nolan in 1995, and amplified by Lord Bew in the report ‘Striking the Balance
  • Upholding the Seven Principles of Public Life in Regulation in September 2016
• Understand financial principles, budgeting and risk management and align financial strategies with FRC’s financial goals
• Knowledge and understanding of HR legislation and its implications for staff welfare
• Be commercially astute, technically strong, with a passion for excellence and innovation and a commitment to good governance
• Uphold high personal standards and lead by example
• Effectively influence others without dominating discussions
• Ability to handle pressure and setbacks and to implement crucial recommendations
• Ability to summarise succinctly, with strong problem-solving skills and an ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
• Ability to be flexible when dealing with different tones and styles of Council & Committee members
• Ability to lead discussions, encourage participation and steer the committee
• Ability to be firm in running meetings to time and dealing with problems as they arise
• Ability to be open and receptive when listening to opinions not shared by themselves
• Be clear sighted as to the role and purpose of the regulator in safeguarding equine welfare and the public interest
• Commitment to and understanding of the FRC’s Vision, Mission, Values and priorities
• Willingness to invest time and effort
• Team worker
• Effective communication – aural and verbal
• Ability to analyse issues and make informed decisions for the benefit of the FRC and its role as a regulator
• Ability to inspire confidence and support amongst FRC stakeholders
• Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience at senior-level of finance, accountancy and business management
• Preferably a recognised accountancy qualification
• Experience of working as a board, panel or committee member with understanding of corporate governance and financial compliance
• Experience of communicating complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
• experience of resolving conflicting requirements

How to Apply

To apply, please send your application, marked “Private and Confidential” by 19 June 2026 to:

The HR Manager
Farriers Registration Council
14 Swan Court
Forder Way
Cygnet Park
Hampton
Peterborough
PE7 8GX

or:
[email protected]

Your application should consist of the following documents:

1. Your Personal Statement
In your personal statement, you should tell us all about yourself and why you think you are an ideal candidate for this post.
It is important that you provide specific and relevant examples relating to the competences, knowledge and experience required for the role you are applying for.
You may find these points helpful when you prepare your evidence for the application or before interview:

• The personal statement should be easy to read and understand
• You may wish to include specific examples to provide evidence when referencing the roles you have held previously and/or your qualifications.
• You may wish to research the organisation and have an appreciation of how your abilities match the needs of the FRC.

2. A copy of your CV (no more than two sides)

Please provide details of your current or most recent role, previous employment and explain any gaps in your employment history. If you are not currently in paid employment, then provide details of your voluntary or unpaid work.
You will need to include your full name, address and preferred daytime, evening and mobile telephone numbers, as well as a preferred e-mail address for contact about the vacancy. We will not use your contact details for anything else other than managing your application.

3. Supporting Documents

Please complete and return the following supporting documents (Appendix 2) available in the Information Pack by emailing [email protected]:

• the names and contact details of two referees who will be contacted only if you are shortlisted for interview
• declaration