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Committee Member

Scotland

Sport Scotland

Organisation Type

Charity/NfP

Industry / Sector

Sport / Recreation / Leisure

About The Organisation

sportscotland is the national agency for sport in Scotland. Our vision is an active Scotland where everyone benefits from sport. In an active Scotland we will all find ways to be physically active every day. Keeping moving at home and at work. Taking an active approach to getting around. Choosing to be active in our leisure time.

Position Description

We are seeking to co opt an independent member to our Audit & Risk Committee to strengthen the committee’s expertise and provide constructive challenge and assurance to the sportscotland Board.

You will provide independent scrutiny and constructive challenge on governance, risk management, internal control and financial reporting, so you will need the confidence and credibility to contribute effectively at committee and Board level.

You will support assurance to the Board by engaging with internal and external audit, reviewing complex information and applying sound professional judgement.

Selection Criteria

To be effective in this role, you will need:

• Senior level experience in audit, finance, risk management, governance or assurance
• Experience of scrutinising complex information and identifying key risks and issues
• The ability to provide independent, constructive challenge while maintaining effective professional relationships
• A strong understanding of public sector or regulated governance environments

Public sector, NDPB or audit committee experience is desirable but not essential.

Why join sportscotland?

This is an opportunity to contribute to strong public sector governance and support effective assurance and accountability at national level.

How to Apply

Please apply online with a short supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role by the closing date of 21 June 2026.

If you need support with your application, contact: [email protected]

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