Non-executive directors sought

We are seeking additional non-executive Directors to join the Chamber’s Board of Directors to support its succession plan.

Non-executive Directors are accountable to the Chair of the Board of Directors, and are representative of the Chamber’s membership in regard to sector, geography and size of business.

• To provide unique attributes that contribute to the development and progression of the Chamber
• To support and challenging the Executive Team to meet the needs of its members, customers and the wider business community
• To review the Chamber’s performance against the Business Plan and budget on a regular basis
• To undertake and accept all fiduciary duties and responsibilities as determined by the Chamber’s Articles of Association
• To facilitate development of East Midlands Chamber policies
• To work collectively with other members of the Board to give direction to the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the smooth running of all aspects of East Midlands Chamber
• To be an effective ambassador of the Chamber
• To consider and approve the Annual Report and Statutory Accounts for presentation to the members at the Annual General Meeting
• To participate at all Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting
• To participate in one or more committees or sub-groups of the Board, possibly on a rotational basis (to experience all aspects of the Chamber’s business), including taking on the role and responsibilities of chairing such committees or sub-groups
• To discuss and develop the Terms of Reference of such committees/consultative forums/focus groups/working groups as are required for the efficient operation and development of the Chamber and review regularly their performance and continued relevance
• To support the activities of the Chamber in any way they are able

• Excellent diplomatic skills and demonstrate good political awareness
• Experience of dealing with businesses and an understanding of their needs
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of central and local government
• Proven ability to think and act strategically

The Chamber is particularly seeking applications from business leaders in the following sectors to bolster the Board’s experience following the scheduled retirement of non-executive Directors at its 2023 AGM:

• Financial sector
• Bolstering manufacturing representation on the Board as manufacturing and engineering is the largest membership sector. This could manifest itself as:
  • A food and drink producer to provide variety of different types of manufacturing
  • A manufacturer that exports a significant percentage of their products
• Digital services sector
• Green technology and decarbonisation sector

If you are an inspiring leader and feel you could make a significant contribution to the the Chamber, we would like to hear from you. For more information please click here to view the job description and person specification.

East Midlands Chamber, UK Chamber of the Year, is a well-respected and award winning organisation that aims to enhance businesses and communities in Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire. Membership is at the heart of what we do and, with thousands of members, we have established a reputation as the leading business support organisation in the East Midlands.

East Midlands Chamber (Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire) is an equal opportunities employer and Disability Confident Leader. It positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We particularly welcome applicants from black, minority, ethnic communities and disabled people as they are currently under represented within our workforce. The Chamber is open to exploring agile working opportunities which benefit both the individual and the business. The business is dedicated to retaining talent and therefore it may decide to prioritise and support internal applicants during recruitment exercises. All applicants are required to disclose any unspent convictions or cautions and company director disqualifications in their covering letter