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Professional Member Non-Executive Director supporting governance and oversight at TWI, an independent welding research organisation. Contributing to Council boards, committees and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the strategic direction, governance and oversight of The Welding Institute group of companies
  • Serve as a Professional Member Non-Executive Director on Council
  • Contribute to Council boards and committees in line with skills and experience
  • Support effective governance through collaboration with the Chief Executive and Executive Board
  • Provide robust oversight and informed decision-making across the organisation
  • Provide constructive challenge and scrutiny of organisational performance
  • Attend Council-related activities and meetings, including meetings in Cambridge
  • Commit up to eight days per annum, with time varying according to involvement beyond formal meetings

Requirements:

  • Must be a Professional Member of The Welding Institute
  • Applications must include a CV and covering letter outlining motivation and value to Council
  • Evidence of understanding of The Welding Institute’s role and work
  • Evidence of committee, board, governance or voluntary leadership experience
  • Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion principles
  • Evidence of personal contribution to or impact on Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Negotiation, influencing and diplomatic skills, or potential to develop these capabilities
  • Analytical capability and/or relevant technical knowledge and skills
  • Creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills, or potential to develop these capabilities
  • BPSS check required
  • Shortlisted candidates must complete a Declaration of Interests form before interview
  • Additional eligibility criteria may apply; current employees, former employees, and previous Council members may not be eligible
  • Senior management or board-level experience and understanding of corporate governance are ideal
  • Ability to provide constructive challenge and scrutiny of organisational performance is ideal

Benefits:

  • Reasonable expenses reimbursed for attendance at meetings
  • Meetings can be joined remotely
  • Comprehensive training programme, incorporating in-house and external courses to support staff development