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Treasurer

United Kingdom

Social Interest Group

Organisation Type

Charity/NfP

Industry / Sector

Social Care / Welfare/ Disability

About The Organisation

Social Interest Group (SIG) is a leading UK charity providing bespoke person-centred health and social care services. They empower people by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement. The believe good care, support and well-planned services make a difference and improve lives.

Working through six subsidiaries—SIG Penrose, SIG Housing Trust, SIG Equinox, SIG Pathways to Independence, and SIG Safe Ground – SIG provides tailored support to people facing complex challenges, including homelessness, mental health, substance use, and criminal justice involvement. SIG provides thousands of people with support and care in temporary supported accommodation, drop-in centres, community floating support, criminal justice settings and hospitals awaiting discharge.

Their mission is to bridge gaps in local health and social care, helping people move out of hospital, prison, and homelessness into safer, more stable lives.

The Trustee Board is central to ensuring governance, strategic oversight and ethical leadership across the organisation. They work collectively to shape the long-term strategy, oversee organisational performance, manage risk, and ensure SIG operates with integrity, transparency, and in the best interest of beneficiaries to achieve our organisational objectives, utilising the funds entrusted to us for long-term sustainability.

Position Description

About the Treasurer opportunity:
SIG is seeking a new Treasurer to join their Board of Trustees to manage the financial health of the organisation, ensuring compliance, and support strategic decision making.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Ensure organisational financial viability
  • Work with Chief Executive and Finance Officer to achieve the financial sustainability of the organisation
  • Oversee and approve budgets, accounts, and financial statements
  • Oversee the integrity of financial planning, management, and reporting, ensuring effective use of resources and organisational sustainability
  • Ensure robust internal controls, audit processes, risk management, and compliance frameworks are in place
  • Provide governance, support and oversight in line with Charity Commission expectations, statutory responsibilities and legal obligations

Selection Criteria

Person Specification:

  • Qualified Accountant or similar including ACT, ACCA, CIMA, CertT or ACA
  • Experience in governance, senior leadership or strategic advisory roles
  • Experience interpreting risk, performance and financial information
  • Experience presenting complex information to non-specialists

How to Apply

Find out more here

If you are interested in applying, please submit your CV and complete the application form on the Social Interest Group’s application portal by 10th May 2026.