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Lay Trustee – Digital Transformation, Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS)Location: Hybrid, with attendance at London meetingsRemuneration: Unremunerated (expenses covered)Type: Non‑Executive / Governance RoleAbout the Royal College of Surgeons of EnglandThe Royal College of Surgeons (RCS) is a historic and globally recognised professional body, dedicated to advancing surgical practice, improving patient outcomes, and influencing healthcare standards worldwide. With 26,000 members and a mission that touches clinicians, students, policymakers, and the public, the College plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of surgery.RCS is partway through an ambitious programme of digital modernisation. Following significant recent investment in platforms, infrastructure, data systems and digital capability, the College is entering a new and exciting phase: turning strong digital foundations into genuine organisational transformation.This is a rare opportunity to influence digital strategy at national level within an institution committed to modernising, becoming more agile, and expanding its impact across the health landscape.What You Can Look Forward ToAs a Lay Trustee on the Digital Committee, you will help shape the future digital direction of a high‑impact organisation at a genuine turning point.You will:Guide and Influence Strategic Digital TransformationProvide Robust Challenge and Expert InsightChampion a Confident, Ethical and Forward‑Thinking ApproachCoach and Encourage Teams Driving ChangeShape the Digital Culture of a National InstitutionWhy This Role MattersThe organisation is at a pivotal moment.Your expertise will directly influence national impact.You will support an organisation genuinely trying to evolve.You will be part of a warm, committed and mission‑driven Board.About YouThe College is seeking a strategic digital leader who can challenge constructively, inspire confidence, and bring fresh perspective.Skills and ExperienceStrong grounding in digital transformation, either from a “hard tech” perspective (systems, data, infrastructure) or “soft digital” (web, UX, content, CRM engagement) – ideally with appreciation for both.Understanding of data strategy, CRM value, and digital member/user engagement.Awareness of cybersecurity, technology resilience and digital risk.Knowledge of responsible and ethical AI, with a positive and future‑oriented outlook.Experience in membership organisations, B2C digital engagement, or resource‑constrained environments is highly advantageous.Ability to operate confidently at Board level, providing high‑quality governance oversight without becoming operational.Personal AttributesStrategic, visionary and ambitious – yet pragmatic about scale and resources.Empathetic, relatable and skilled at building trust.A natural coach and mentor who builds confidence in others.Comfortable challenging senior stakeholders constructively.Values‑driven, collaborative, and motivated by public‑good impact.Recruitment TimelineTo ensure equitable access to information and uphold the RCS’ commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, the charity will be hosting a Q&A webinar in place of individual informal calls. We encourage all interested candidates to submit questions in advance, which will be addressed during the session. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 and we will send you a link.Application Deadline: 5pm Friday 8th May 2026Interviews: w/c 25th May 2026How to ApplyCharity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to RCS on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk and request a candidate pack in the first instance.For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala on 07563 030595 or seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.ukWe want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities with which we work.