Voluntary, non-remunerated appointment
Term of office: Three years in the first instance

The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE) is seeking to appoint a Trustee with a strong legal background, ideally gained through practice as a solicitor, advocate, General Counsel, or senior legal adviser. This appointment is intended to strengthen the Board’s collective skills and experience in matters relating to governance, regulation, risk, compliance, contracts, and charity law.

As a Trustee, the successful candidate will contribute to the strategic leadership and effective governance of the College, ensuring that it fulfils its charitable purposes, operates in accordance with its legal and regulatory obligations, and delivers its objectives in the best interests of its members and wider stakeholders.

The Trustee will work collaboratively with fellow Board members and the Executive team, bringing an independent legal perspective to Board discussions and decision-making. Whilst the role is not intended to provide formal legal advice to the College, the appointee will offer informed insight and constructive challenge on matters with legal or regulatory implications.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Significant legal experience, ideally at a senior level;
• A sound understanding of governance, risk management and regulatory compliance;
• Strategic judgement and the ability to contribute effectively within a board environment;
• A commitment to the values, mission and charitable objectives of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh; and
• The ability to devote sufficient time to Board meetings and related activities.

The appointment is for a three-year term in the first instance and is non-remunerated, although reasonable expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with College policy.

Interviews will be held on Monday 24 August.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mr Keith McKellar, CEO (K.McKellar@rcpe.ac.uk, tel: 0131 247 3624 or Dr Lesley Dawson, College Secretary (L.Dawson.rcpe.ac.uk).

The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds whose skills, experience and perspectives will strengthen the effectiveness and diversity of the Board.