Independent Chair: Strategic Governance & Stakeholder Leader

Leading National Organisation; Manchester, Greater London, Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent national governing body is looking for an experienced Independent Chair to lead a Board of Non-Executive Directors. This part-time role, requiring 25-30 days per year, involves providing strategic direction and governance oversight while acting as an ambassador. The ideal candidate will possess board-level leadership experience and a strong understanding of governance, complemented by the ability to build influential relationships within the organisation's community.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chair, NED, or senior executive in a governing body.
• Sound strategic judgement and governance understanding.
• Ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Board of Non-Executive Directors.
• Provide strategic direction and governance oversight.
• Act as an ambassador for the organisation.

Skills

Board-level leadership

Strong governance understanding

Diplomacy

Ambassadorial capability

Building relationships

Job description

A prominent national governing body is looking for an experienced Independent Chair to lead a Board of Non-Executive Directors. This part-time role, requiring 25-30 days per year, involves providing strategic direction and governance oversight while acting as an ambassador. The ideal candidate will possess board-level leadership experience and a strong understanding of governance, complemented by the ability to build influential relationships within the organisation's community.