Independent Non-Executive Director (Performance)

England and Great Britain Hockey; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sports organization in the UK seeks an Independent Non-Executive Director to join their Board. This voluntary role requires a commitment of 15 days and focuses on enhancing international performance in hockey. Ideal candidates should have experience with team sports and talent development. The role includes a mix of remote and in-person meetings, and reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Experience with team sports, ideally at a strategic level.
• Strong understanding of performance objectives in sports.

Responsibilities

• Support the Performance Director in achieving international success.
• Enhance the skills of the Board.
• Attend formal meetings and assist in other commitments as needed.

Skills

Experience in team sports

Expertise in developing elite talent

Job description

Independent Non-Executive Director (Performance)

Bisham Abbey National Sport Centre / some remote meetings England Hockey

England Hockey’s mission is to “share the love of hockey and work together to make hockey more visible, relevant and accessible to all”. The current focus for the organisation is delivery of its 5 objectives within the 2023-2028 strategic plan which can be found here.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Board of one of the few Olympic sports and to contribute to the delivery of the strategy.

With a particular focus on our performance objectives, we are looking for expertise to support our international success ambitions. The ideal candidate will bring experience of working with team sports (not necessarily hockey) and expertise in developing elite talent to perform at the highest level when it matters.

The Role

Time commitment: 15 Days (formal commitment but other ad hoc commitments will be required)

Term: 3 Years

Location: England Hockey Head Office - Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre – a mix of remote and face-to-face meetings

Responsible to: Board Chair and the Membership

Remuneration: This is a voluntary role, but reasonable expenses will be paid.

Please submit your CV detailing your experience and achievements and a short one-page cover letter focusing on the qualities you will bring to a) support the Performance Director and their team and b) enhance the skills of the Board to: [e-mail]

Interviews will be held online on Friday 28 November 2025