Trustee with legal, comms or digital background

Organisation Overview

Citizens Advice Wirral is a local charity providing advice, information, advocacy and representation across Wirral. We have provided free, impartial and confidential advice, to Wirral residents since 1939, and were formerly known as Wirral Citizens Advice Bureau.

We are members of the national Citizens Advice charity, but are independent from them. Our services include general advice, specialist debt advice and specialist primary care mental health advice and advocacy. 

Role Details

Time commitment: Approximately 10 hours a month. 

Attendance: Hybrid.

Role Description

As a trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of Citizens Advice Wirral. Our Board of Trustees is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organisation, ensuring sound governance, and overseeing financial and operational performance. Trustees work alongside our management team, who lead the day-to-day delivery of services, to ensure we continue to provide high-quality, accessible advice to the people who need it most.

Being a trustee is an opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in your local community.

Whether you bring lived experience or expertise in equity, diversity and inclusion, communications, digital or legal knowledge, your contribution will help Citizens Advice Wirral grow and adapt to meet new challenges

Required Skills and Experience

As a trustee, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our charity. Together, we oversee the strategic direction of the organisation, ensuring it remains sustainable, impactful, and true to its mission. This is a pivotal time for us as we respond to growing demand for our services and explore innovative ways to support those who rely on us.

We are seeking passionate, skilled, and committed individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our Board. Whether you bring lived experience or expertise in equity, diversity and inclusion, communications, digital or legal knowledge, we would like to hear from you.

Don’t worry if you don’t have any experience on a Trustee Board, we will provide you with support if this will be your first experience as a Trustee.

To apply for or express an interest in this position, please email bicenquiries@weareadvocate.org.uk