Independent Non-Executive Director

Independent Non Executive Director Company Overview   Gamstop Group Ltd is an independent not-for-profit company. Our objective is the establishment and ongoing provision of consumer-centric services enabling the gambling industry to protect its customers from gambling-related harm. The company is independent from the gambling industry. Gamstop Group is responsible for three consumer protection schemes via its three subsidiary companies. GAMSTOP, which started operation in 2018, provides an online service enabling individuals resident within the UK to exclude themselves from online gambling with all British licensed gambling operators. MOSES enables individuals to self-exclude from multiple land-based bookmakers via a single phone call. GamProtect enables gambling operators to share specific information securely and confidentially, helping them to protect their customers. Gamstop Group is run by a small team based in our office in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.  The technology provision is outsourced to a third party located in Leeds. Gamstop Group also manages an outsourced contact centre for customer queries, which is based in Wales.   Position Following one of our current Non-Executive Directors reaching the end of their term on the Board we are seeking their replacement.  Working with the other board members they will provide leadership and non-industry perspective to the Gamstop group of companies. The aim is for the Board to continue to provide specialised advice and challenge to the senior leadership team during this continued period of growth and change within the sector. The Board is composed of a majority of independent members along with a single Industry Non-Executive Director and the CEO.   Role Requirements As members of the board, all Directors are required to:   Promote the long-term sustainable success of the company and its societal impact. Help set vision, values, and culture, ensuring alignment across the organisation. Act with integrity, lead by example and promote the desired culture. Set the company’s strategic aims, ensure that the necessary resources are in place for the organisation to meet its objectives, and review management performance. Ensure financial integrity and robust risk management systems. Provide constructive challenge, strategic guidance, offer specialist advice and hold management to account. Allocate sufficient time to meet their board responsibilities.     In addition to these requirements for all Directors, the role of Independent Non-Executive Director has the following key responsibilities: Offer independent perspective and constructive challenge to Board decisions. Apply your skills and experience to provide specialist advice and guidance.   Person Specification Essential Strong understanding of financial principles, with experience in interpreting financial information and contributing to financial oversight at a senior level. Demonstrable independence from the gambling industry, both current and historic. Ability to represent and promote Gamstop Group externally when required. The availability to attend meetings in the UK. Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to social responsibility.   Desirable Professional financial qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. Experience in any of the following areas:  Worked in a consumer facing environment. Working with vulnerable individuals. Consumer research and evaluation. Previous experience as a trustee or non-executive director. Familiarity with governance in not-for-profit or regulated environments.     Time Commitment and Remuneration Up to 1 day per month, ensuring sufficient time is allocated to attend and prepare for all meetings. minimum of 4 Board meetings per year, held in London and Harrogate. Provision of advice and challenge to the staff team on an ad hoc basis. Independent Non-Executive Director will serve a three-year term to be eligible for re-appointment for one additional term.  The position of Independent Non-Executive Director is remunerated at the level of £15,000 per year.  Reasonable travel expenses will also be covered for attendance at board meetings and events.   How to Apply: If you are interested in applying to become an Independent Non-Executive Director for Gamstop Group Limited, please send a copy of your curriculum vitae along with a covering letter of no more than 2 pages that clearly sets out how you meet the criteria for the role as set out in the person specification, ahead of the deadline, by email to recruitment@gamstop.co.uk   The deadline for applications is Monday 12th January 2025. Successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview in central London on either the 10th or 11th February 2026.   If you are unable to make the interview dates, please make this clear in your covering letter. We are a small staff team so we regret that only applicants invited to interview will be contacted, and we will be unable to provide feedback to those who are unsuccessful.    Application timetable:  Vacancy closes: Monday 12th January 2026 Successful applicants notified by email: Friday 23rd January 2026 Interview dates for successful applicants: Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th February 2026   Gamstop Group embraces diversity, inclusivity and accessibility for all our people.  We also want to ensure that our recruitment processes are fair and inclusive.  We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition.  If you would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@gamstop.co.uk.