Independent Member of the People Committee

About Us:

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) is the UK regulator for architects. Our role is set out by Parliament in legislation, and we work to keep the public safe by maintaining a Register of Architects. To be entered and retained on the Register an individual must have qualifications that prove their knowledge and skills and commit to uphold the Architects Code and to maintain and develop their knowledge and skills throughout their career.

We want a world in which the built environment inspires those who live and work in it, reflects the needs of society so that people are safe and can live well, and helps to tackle the fundamental challenges our planet faces.

What is the role of the People Committee?  

The People Committee is a Committee of the Board, and its Terms of Reference can be found here: https://arb.org.uk/about-arb/arbs-board-committees/people-committee/ 

Its purpose is to oversee the strategic workforce strategy of ARB.  This includes reviewing and making recommendations to the Board regarding matters relating to the pay and benefits offering to all staff, Board members and associates, and the performance review process for both Board and Committee members. 

 It also considers and approves the People Strategy which drives and sets the HR and organisational development workplan. The Committee also approves the appointments, induction, performance approach and removals policy for the Architects Registration Board’s (ARB) associates. 

What is the role of the Independent Member? 

We are looking for an independent non-executive member to be part of the Committee, providing strategic HR advice and further external expertise to the work of ARB.   

Why should I apply for this role? 

If you are a senior HR professional that operates in the strategic HR/leadership area and are looking to make a positive contribution to our work, then this role is for you.  Bringing your expertise in pay and reward, organisational development and strategic workforce planning to drive HR best practice will make a huge impact.   

For those that wish to expand their portfolio to those that are embarking on developing their career or wish to embrace a new opportunity, we want to hear from you all. 

All roles provide you with an opportunity to be involved in regulatory work, it is rewarding and contributes to your own continuing and professional development. 

Additional Information for appointment purposes  

Term of Office 

Committee members will be appointed by the ARB Board for a period of up to four years in the first instance. The appointment may be renewed for a further period of four years subject to satisfactory performance.   The term of office will commence on a date to be agreed by the ARB Board. Committee members carrying out this specific role may be appointed for a maximum period of two consecutive terms, e.g., eight years, in line with the Board’s policy in this area. 

Time commitment 

The total commitment is likely to be equivalent of up to 8 days a year (subject to change), including relevant Committee meetings, which will be held either online or in person at ARB’s offices in London, briefing sessions and preparation time for meetings.  

Fee and Expenses 

The Committee member will be entitled to claim £412 per day (or part thereof), for their attendance at the above-mentioned meetings, as well as expenses for travel and subsistence, in accordance with ARB’s Guidance for expenses for travel and subsistence.  These payments are subject to tax and National Insurance contributions, and the deductions are made at source. 

To find out more about the role, please review the job description and person specification on the right-hand side of the application page.

The closing date: 1st July 2026

Interview date: 23rd & 24th July 2026

Interview Location: ARB Offices

We will contact you once short-listing has been completed to advise you of the outcome of your application.

To make your application: you will need to submit the following documents:

• CV
• A completed application form

Here at ARB, we are a small and diverse workforce. We want to create a genuinely inclusive workplace, where we embrace the differences of all our colleagues and celebrate diversity. We love to see applications from underrepresented groups and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.