About the Role
Lead the Movement for Breast Cancer Prevention – Become Chair of Breast Cancer UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 20 hours per month
Location: Central London (Board meetings) with virtual subcommittee meetings
Remuneration: Voluntary (expenses reimbursed)
Breast Cancer UK is seeking an exceptional leader to guide the Board of Trustees through an exciting new chapter. If you are passionate about driving change, influencing policy, and championing a cause that saves lives, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Breast Cancer UK are the only charity dedicated to the primary prevention of breast cancer. The mission is clear: empower individuals, advance scientific research, and reshape policy to reduce breast cancer risk for all. With breast cancer rates continuing to rise, the work being undertaken has never been more urgent. The charity focuses on modifiable risk factors, including lifestyle and environmental influences such as endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and leading the conversation on prevention.
As Chair, you will:
Provide strategic and inclusive leadership to a committed and diverse Board.
Champion the mission externally, building relationships and influencing for systemic change.
Support the Chief Executive and senior team to deliver ambitious goals.
Ensure robust governance and help shape the future of breast cancer prevention in the UK and beyond.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a growing organisation with a bold vision: a world where everyone is empowered to reduce their breast cancer risk.
We are looking for someone with:
Proven experience chairing a board or senior leadership in the voluntary or non-profit sector.
Strategic thinking, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative approach.
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Understanding of health, cancer prevention, or campaigning (desirable).