Strategic Business Leader

4 weeks ago


Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment Full time
Job Description

The Exeter Chamber of Commerce is seeking two experienced business leaders to join the Board as Non-Executive Directors. This is a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of the Chamber and represent the interests of a diverse member base.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the Chair and Vice Chairs, ensuring that the highest standards of governance are applied to managing the performance of the Chamber's activities and representing the interests of members.
  • With the Finance Director to ensure appropriate financial oversight is maintained in the delivery of services by Exeter Chamber and that activities/events are delivered within the parameters agreed in the Business Plan.
  • To act as an ambassador for the Exeter Chamber Board, representing the Board at events and with member interactions/comms.
  • Ensuring the Board of Directors retains a focus on delivering to member requirements, meeting Chamber commitments and acts as a business campaigning voice on key issues for the region.
  • To support membership recruitment through introductions to potential member organisations and or individuals.

Time Commitment:
  • Attend Chamber Board meetings (currently 11 per annum) – currently held 2nd Thursday of each month, 10.00 - 11.30am
  • Where required serve on sub groups of the Board attending relevant meetings, ie. for particular events or initiatives.
  • Attend the Chamber's Annual General Meeting
  • Attend a minimum of two Chamber networking event per annum as a Chamber 'Ambassador'

Requirements:
  • A sector specialist – These roles require experience from a Property (Agency) or Academia/Higher Education Sectors.
  • A successful senior business leader/owner who has held posts that encompass; operational, functional and strategic responsibilities.
  • Genuine commitment to the Chamber network and an employee of a current member of Exeter Chamber of Commerce or Devon Chamber of Commerce.
  • Excellent communication skills with strong personal and local professional networks.
  • Drive, commitment and availability.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Joanne Caine, Director, Cathedral Appointments – joanne@cathedralappointments.co.uk

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