Non-Executive Director (NED)

Clover HR; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A high-profile UK organisation is seeking a Non-Executive Director (NED) to strengthen its Board through independent oversight and expertise. The role involves 2-3 days of commitment per month, requiring travel and onsite attendance as needed. The ideal candidate will have previous governance experience and a strong ability to build trust and influence within diverse stakeholder environments. The position offers £25,000 per annum plus expenses, highlighting the organisation's commitment to diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Previous Board or senior governance experience.
• Strong ability to build trust and influence.
• Clear judgement and political awareness.
• Experience in membership organisations, NFP/charity, community services.

Responsibilities

• Support and challenge the Executive team on strategy, governance, and performance.
• Provide independent judgement on risk, assurance, and resource allocation.
• Help maintain effective relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Contribute to organisational sustainability, clarity, and accountability.

Skills

Finance / Risk / Audit / Legal

Performance Development / Talent Pathways

Commercial / Media / Partnerships

Governance / Safeguarding / Regulatory Oversight

Trust building and influencing

Judgment and political awareness

Job description

Non-Executive Director (NED - UK) – Confidential Appointment

UK - flexible base location. Some onsite attendance and travel as required from time to time.

A high-profile UK organisation is seeking a number of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) to strengthen its Board through independent oversight, specialist expertise, and constructive support to the leadership team. The organisation operates in a complex, front facing multi-stakeholder environment and is undergoing meaningful strategic and operational development as it moves into its next exciting phase of development.

Areas of Expertise required (one or more)

• Finance / Risk / Audit / Legal
• Performance Development / Talent Pathways
• Commercial / Media / Partnerships
• Governance / Safeguarding / Regulatory Oversight

What You’ll Do

• Support and challenge the Executive team on strategy, governance and performance
• Provide independent judgement on risk, assurance and resource allocation
• Help maintain effective relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• Contribute to organisational sustainability, clarity and accountability

Ideal Background

• Previous Board or senior governance experience
• Strong ability to build trust and influence
• Clear judgement and political awareness
• Likely experience from sectors such as membership organisations, NFP/charity, community services, regulated environments, leisure or public service

Details

• Approx. 2-3 days per month
• UK-based, flexible location
• £25,000 per annum + expenses

Applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged.

Confidential enquiries welcome.

For further information, in the first instance, please send your CV and a brief covering letter explaining your interest and why you think you will be suitable for this role. Please note that this role is offered on a part time basis and you will be requested to advise your availability and commitment to take up this position.