Become a Trustee

The Board of Trustees is at the centre of CMI governance. Board members are Trustees of the Institute, the CMI being a charity registered in England and Wales, and separately registered in Scotland. Their responsibilities are in essence identical to those of a non-executive Director who serves on a company board.

How the process works

Vacancies for elected member places on the Board, when available, are advertised widely across our channels, including our website, our magazine, member e-newsletters and CMI’s social media channels.

The role and personal specification for a Board member are published, alongside a well-established set of competencies for Trustees.

When a new Board member is elected they will serve a two-year term. The Board member is then eligible to stand for re-election for two more two year terms, to a maximum period of six years.

Who is eligible to become a Trustee?

We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to making a meaningful contribution to the Institute and its strategic direction. To be eligible for consideration, candidates must meet the following criteria:
  • Be a current Institute Member, Chartered Member, Fellow, Chartered Fellow, Companion, or Chartered Companion;
  • Possess experience operating at a strategic level, demonstrating an ability to contribute to high-level decision-making and long-term planning;
  • Ideally, bring prior experience serving as an executive or non-executive director, or in a comparable governance or leadership role.

I am interested, what do I do next?

Opportunities to join our Trustee Board are typically advertised during the summer months. While there are currently no vacancies available, we encourage members to stay engaged and consider applying when future opportunities arise.

If you are interested in contributing to our mission in a different capacity, you may wish to explore joining one of CMI’s Committees. For more information about any current or upcoming vacancies, please contact the Institute Secretary.