Background: As our current Chair prepares to step down after an impactful and valued tenure, we are seeking a new Chair to lead our Board into the next phase of LCF s journey. This is a planned transition at a pivotal time in our development. The Chair will work in close partnership with donors, the Chief Executive, trustees, and staff team to shape LCF s future strategy and strengthen its governance. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful, lasting change for London s communities and to support the organisations at the heart of that change. Overview of the role The Chair of the Board of Trustees ensures that the organisation s strategy seeks to address some of the most complex social and economic issues in London today by attracting the right partnerships and investments and ensuring that funds get to where they are needed most in the most effective, efficient and impactful manner. The role holder ensures that this work is delivered with a strong focus on equity, diversity and inclusion and outstanding governance. Principal Responsibilities Strategic Leadership • Provide inspiring and inclusive leadership to the Board, helping define LCF s strategic aims, and aligning these with its vision and values • Lead on embedding DEI principles in Board culture and decisions, and fostering a culture of transparency, learning, collaboration, challenge, and accountability. • Facilitate a constructive, purposeful, and productive dynamic between the Board and Executive te