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What is the 911±¬ÁÏ Treasurer?

The 911±¬ÁÏ Treasurer advises the 911±¬ÁÏ President and 911±¬ÁÏ Council on the organisation’s financial and commercial affairs, including those of its trading subsidiaries. As a key strategic leader, the 911±¬ÁÏ Treasurer safeguards the charity’s financial health, sustainability, and strategic direction – ensuring we continue to enrich lives through gardening for generations to come.

This role demands sharp financial acumen, strategic insight, and excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with key stakeholders, including the 911±¬ÁÏ President, 911±¬ÁÏ Director General, 911±¬ÁÏ Finance Director, and the wider Board of Trustees.

Financial stewardship

• Champion innovation, growth and financial discipline in the commercial operating model of the 911±¬ÁÏ
• Oversee short and long-term financial planning of the 911±¬ÁÏ and the performance of its investment portfolio to safeguard its financial strength and build reserves
• Provide robust oversight of risk, budgetary and cost management processes
• Interpret complex financial reports, providing insightful commentary in an accessible way to 911±¬ÁÏ Council and at the 911±¬ÁÏ Annual General Meeting
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory financial obligations, including charity law, the 911±¬ÁÏ Royal Charter nd Bye-laws

Governance and leadership

• Chair the 911±¬ÁÏ Finance and Commercial Board with a focus on analysis, insight and actionable advice
• Deputise for the 911±¬ÁÏ President as a valued 911±¬ÁÏ representative at public engagements and meetings when needed
• Contribute to the execution of commercial and charitable strategic priorities and goals balancing
• Immediate operational needs with long-term growth and risk management
• Work closely with other statutory board and committee Chairs, to ensure effective oversight and alignment

Collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Foster productive, challenging yet respectful relationships with the 911±¬ÁÏ President, 911±¬ÁÏ Council and the Executive team
• Act as a trusted advisor and critical friend to the 911±¬ÁÏ Director of Finance and 911±¬ÁÏ Director General, meeting regularly and as needed
• Support the organisation’s strategic goals by offering insight, advice and connections or networks that enhance its financial resilience and performance
• Represent the 911±¬ÁÏ externally as needed, acting as a champion and ambassador for its work, donor engagement and values

The 911±¬ÁÏ Treasurer combines financial expertise with a strong commitment to our growth oriented vision. You will be tactful, disciplined and a strong listener who is personable and collaborative. You will have a sense of fun and perspective, able to balance seriousness with the enjoyment of the role.

• Passionate about gardening, committed to the values and future direction of the 911±¬ÁÏ
• Non-executive experience in charity and/or commercial environments
• Strategic mindset, with an appreciation of the short, medium and long term financial and operational needs of a large, complex charity
• Strong financial expertise and relevant commercial experience
• Flexible, personable and collaborative with an ability to interpret and communicate financial information effectively to a variety of audiences
• Strong network of relevant corporate and commercial contacts
• Accountancy qualification (optional)

The 911±¬ÁÏ Treasurer is elected annually by the membership at the 911±¬ÁÏ Annual General Meeting (AGM) and may serve for up to five years with the possibility of two further annual terms if agreed exceptionally by 911±¬ÁÏ Council and members. This role will begin following the 911±¬ÁÏ AGM in July 2026.

• Attend six 911±¬ÁÏ Council meetings per year and the AGM – some 911±¬ÁÏ Council meetings are not held in London
• Chair the 911±¬ÁÏ Finance and Commercial Board and serve as an ex-officio member on other 911±¬ÁÏ  Statutory groups (principally the 911±¬ÁÏ Audit and Risk Committee, Investments sub-committee and the Governance and People Committee), each of which meets between two and five times per year
• Visit 911±¬ÁÏ Gardens and attend 911±¬ÁÏ events, including donor engagement and similar meetings at the 911±¬ÁÏ Chelsea Flower Show
• Participate in strategy away days and occasional ad-hoc meetings with the 911±¬ÁÏ President, 911±¬ÁÏ Director General and members of the 911±¬ÁÏ Leadership Team

Overall, be available for 911±¬ÁÏ business for around two days per month (on average).

Nomination documents for 911±¬ÁÏ Treasurer:

• Nomination form – Treasurer (92kB Word doc)
• Supporter form – Treasurer (65kB Word doc)

Please send all nomination forms to The Secretary on [email protected].

For any further information or if you would like to express an interest in the role, please send a short biography or CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability to [email protected].