Company: Business & Human Rights Resource Centre
Location: London
Posted: April 13th, 2026
The Society of Genealogists, a registered charity, was founded in 1911. Today it is the custodian of a unique, extensive and growing collection of records, historical and modern, physical and digital which, along with an wide ranging events programme, are used by people to unlock their family history. They are helped in this by the Society’s staff, volunteers and community of fellow members, including experienced and knowledgeable genealogy experts. The Society is based in London but has a membership from around the world.
Central to the Society has always been a strong membership. Today over 5,000 people pay an annual subscription to research in the Society’s collection of genealogical material, attend its courses and talks and be part of the genealogical community it has created for everyone, from seasoned professionals to those taking their first steps.
The Society, as a registered charity, is governed by a Board of Trustees. This Board, of around 10 people, is responsible for the proper governance of the Society and meets four/five times a year. Trustees may sit for up to two three-year terms.
With the current Treasurer standing down, the Society is keen to find a new trustee with strong business acumen and an understanding of finances within the not-for-profit sector to take on the role of Treasurer. The Society has strong reserves but needs to establish a new business model that enables it to reach a break-even position in good time. Alongside actively engaging in future planning discussions, this role also oversees granular detail, such as the monthly finance reports.
For a full job description of the role, please visit the Society’s vacancies page.
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