We are seeking an Independent Member (IM) to join our Audit Committee. The Audit Committee, which currently consists of seven elected councillors, is a key component of our governance structure. It promotes and safeguards financial probity throughout the authority by monitoring the auditing process. It receives regular reports from both internal and external auditors. The committee also monitors the implementation of recommendations arising from audit reviews and considers the Strategic Risk Register.

We are looking for a person with an interest in, and demonstrable experience of, finance, auditing or governance.  The meetings are held physically at the Town Hall in Crawley four times a year in general, with occasional training sessions. The IM will not have voting rights or be able to chair meetings but will be expected to participate fully in discussions. Their views will be taken into account by the elected members, who can vote. The selected candidate will bring a fresh, objective and politically impartial viewpoint to the committee’s work, enhancing its independence with real-world knowledge and experience.

If you are interested, please read the job advert and job description below. The deadline is 3 July 2025.