Non-executive Director and Trustee

A fantastic opportunity to become a trustee and non-executive director of our pioneering organisation.

About the role

Role title: Trustee and Non-Executive Director (Board Member) of Bioregional.

Role purpose: In conjunction with the other members of the Board, to help formulate, determine and direct the strategy of the organisation; to monitor and scrutinise performance and risk with regard to both normal operations and the delivery of the organisation's overarching strategy; and to hold the Chief Executive and Team of Directors accountable for performance and compliance with all appropriate legislation, regulation and policies agreed by the Board from time to time.

Remuneration: The role is unpaid, although reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

• Term: The normal term is four years, with the option to be re-elected for a second four-year term, with a maximum of eight years membership on the Board.
• Time commitment: Board Members are expected to attend board meetings four times a year which are typically two hours long with papers circulated in advance. Additional time commitment is flexible depending on the availability of the trustee, and may include strategy away days, training, staff events, and other meetings. The Chair will also be expected to meet virtually with the CEO on a monthly basis.
• Board meetings: These are held with the leadership team four times a year on weekday late afternoons, either at our offices or other central London locations or virtually. As a sustainability charity, we naturally expect all trustees to have a good commitment to, and some understanding of, sustainability.

About Bioregional

Bioregional is an award-winning sustainability charity and social enterprise. We're passionate about working on practical projects that make a real difference to people's lives. Our consultancy teams work with businesses, organisations, and local authorities, helping them implement cutting-edge sustainability strategies that respond to the climate and ecological emergency.

Experience in the business sectors we work in - strategic, commercial, and financial planning and management, communications, advocacy, HR or legal - would all be welcomed, together with the commitment to sustainability to help us stay true to our charitable purpose.

We are committed to increasing diversity within our organisation and positively welcome applications from all. We are registered as both a company and a charity, and so the role is one of a Non-Executive Director, and Trustee of the charity. If you are new to being a trustee or NED, it's a great opportunity to get this experience in a friendly and professionally run organisation.

How to apply

Deadline: Friday 28 February 2025 at 1pm

Please send a cover letter and CV detailing your relevant experience and suitability for the role - including whether you are applying for the role of Chair or board member - to:

Interviews for shortlisted candidates with the CEO and Chair will take place on Wednesday 12 March or Tuesday 18 March 2025.

References will then be sought for the final candidates. Candidates recommended by the Chair and CEO will then meet the board and executive team at the next board meeting at 3pm on 25 March, as observers. Successful candidates appointed will take up their role at the AGM and board meeting on 1 July 2025.

Please let us know in your cover letter if you cannot make any of the dates noted above.