Independent Director & Board Advisor

Essexecutive

United States

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy
Flexible hours
Challenging work
Mentorship

Job summary

Essexecutive is seeking experienced Independent Directors to join boards as Non‑Executive Directors and provide governance leadership. You will advise on strategy, risk, succession, and performance, while guiding CEOs and founders with expertise across industries and markets.

This role offers broad impact, autonomy, and a collaborative culture. You will participate in governance committees, shaping long‑term value, responsible decision‑making, and resilient organizational growth in a fast‑moving

Qualifications

  • Experience serving on boards at executive or governance level.
  • Proven ability to advise on governance, strategy, and growth.
  • Strong risk, audit, and committee leadership experience.

Responsibilities

  • Advise boards, shareholders, founders, and executive teams on governance and strategy.
  • Lead or participate in audit, risk, compensation, governance, or strategy committees.
  • Mentor CEOs and senior leadership; strengthen board effectiveness.

Skills

Independent Director
Non‑Executive Director
Governance Expert
Board Leadership
Strategic Advisor

Job description

Essexecutive is seeking experienced Independent Directors to join boards as Non‑Executive Directors and provide governance leadership. You will advise on strategy, risk, succession, and performance, while guiding CEOs and founders with expertise across industries and markets.

This role offers broad impact, autonomy, and a collaborative culture. You will participate in governance committees, shaping long‑term value, responsible decision‑making, and resilient organizational growth in a fast‑moving

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