Clare Hayes

Clare Hayes is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership and governance across various sectors. Currently serving as a Board Trustee and Chair of the Risk, Audit and Governance Committee at Blind Veterans UK since March 2021, Clare also contributes as an Independent Advisor to the organization. Previous roles include Deputy Director positions at the Ministry of Justice UK, the Department for Exiting the European Union, and the Department for Work and Pensions, where responsibilities ranged from legal services to governance and strategic planning. Notably, Clare took a career break from April 2011 to December 2015 to focus on family and writing, publishing three books during this time. Clare's early career includes significant contributions as a school governor and Director of the Family Support programme for the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham. Academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Mathematics and Philosophy from the University of Oxford.