Managing Director at The Alternative Board (Bristol North)",
"I found the How to become a Non-Executive Director course very informative and well presented. I would recommend it as a good overview of Board Function and personal requirements. It gave me clarity about things I thought I already knew but clearly did not. The small number of attendees made for a more personal interactive day which we all appreciatedMaire Brankin, Director at Oxford Executive",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director
An excellent course giving a clear picture of the role, the skills and characteristics required, the range of NED opportunities and the various routes to secure such positions. Particularly helpful focus on shaping your CV for this sector and the key skills required. As a bonus you also meet interesting people and useful contacts. A good career investment which will hopefully deliver quick, positive results.John Hoy Independent Heritage Consultant - Hoy Consultancy; Chief Executive - Castle Howard and Owner, The Hoy 1997 Settlement.",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director I thought the course was enlightening and very rich in content. I particularly liked the balance of case study analysis with emphasis on a NED's key responsibility. It was well structured and I'm sure I speak on behalf of all those who were present, when I say that the course offers a great deal of value to any aspiring or even existing NED who wants to make a success of their rolePoku Osei Programme Director at Babbasa",
"I really enjoyed the last meeting. The seminar in particular was the best Social Media session I have attended. I have managed to grow my twitter following from 50 to 582 and countingEd Kenworthy IT Consultant at Alphatec Systems Ltd",
"Unlike many courses I have attended in the past, How to become a Non-Executive Director went beyond just the technical aspects of being a 'Non-Exec', and reflected on the differences in the approach required compared to being an Exec Director. It allows you to make a fully informed decision on whether a Non Exec role is right for you, and if it is, how to go about finding opportunities. An invaluable day of learning! Alastair Lewis Managing Director at Carlisle Support Services Ltd",
"Marketing for Non-Marketing Directors
Right from the start of the Marketing for Non-Marketing Directors course, the importance of marketing strategy to the future of any company was made plain; Duncan was very clear about the pivotal nature of the role of the board in marketing strategy, and the consequences - for the long-term sustainability of the company - of failure to engage. I consider myself duly forewarned!Chris Jones Managing Director Meta Mission Data",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director David is a solid expert. The overview of the role of a NED was very well presented. Highly recommended.Jean-Philippe Perraud Founder at NEDonBoard",
"interesting seminar on Social Media by David Doughty - I came away with 2 pages of things to do, which I got started on when I got homeInge Dowden Business Growth & Happiness Coach at Inge Dowden Coaching",
"Sales for Non-Sales Directors
I found this very useful , John really knew his stuff and made this engaging and materials were spot on and good interaction with other members on the course which added to the skill sharing- I learned a lot.John Smith IT Resources Ltd.",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director Excellent course giving a clear picture of the role, the skills and characteristics required, the range of NED opportunities and the various routes to secure such positions. As a bonus you also meet interesting people and useful contacts. A good career investment.Mark Lambert, Non-Executive Director",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director This one day course is an excellent overview, providing real advice and very helpful information for those Directors who are interested in developing a non-exec portfolioJulian Dennis, Director Compliance & Sustainability at Wessex Water, Bath, United Kingdom",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director I can recommend this course, it is very informative and will confirm research, skill requirements, responsibilities and legal obligations for a successful NED (NXD) role. Good interaction, networking with delegates and time for Q&A.Jim Gaudoin, Director of Bruel & Kjaer VTS Limited",
"I recently attended David's one day introduction How to become a Non-Executive Director as part of my own professional development and to gain some insights for my clients too. David's breadth of experience, knowledge and practical guidance is inspiring. He is refreshingly frank, engaging and practical so I now have some next steps in terms of further reading, resources and action planning. I would highly recommend David to anyone thinking about taking on a NED roleKim Jones Business Consultant & Coach, Director at High Growth Knowledge Company",
"Having attended Social Media for Beginners, I have both a fuller understanding of the positive impact that appropriate use of social media could have on my business and better technical knowledge of the different tools available. I would recommend this course to anyone wishing to engage in cost neutral but effective marketing.Paul Mayo Chairman at SaRS, Managing Director at SQEP Ltd",
"Finance for Non-Finance Directors Knowledgeable presenter Good solid coverage of core financial concepts - P&L, balance sheet, ratiosGreg Watson, Chief Executive at GL Education Group",
"I found the How to become a Non-Executive Director workshop really insightful and useful in helping understand both the role of an NED and with creating your own plan on becoming an NED. I would recommend this workshop to anyone who is considering doing just that.Dave Harrison Co-Founder and Director at 10Eighty",
"How to become a Non-Executive Director I found the day stimulating and informative. It confirmed many of the areas I was aware of working with a Board as a Company Secretary and refreshed my knowledge on some of the legal aspects of the role Barbara Suggitt Company Secretary at Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust",
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How to become a Non-Executive Director - 1-day course for aspiring NEDs The How to become a Non-Executive Director course helps you to plan and prepare for your first NED position. It instils a real sense of what is expected of NEDs, and how you can meet the challenge. This one-day interactive course is aimed at aspiring NEDs and […]
Working closely with the Chair on ensuring the Board functions smoothly;
Serving as a point of contact for the company's shareholders, directors, regulators, and other stakeholders when the Chair is not available or where there is some issue that requires an independent arbiter;
Leading the evaluation of the Chair's performance in concert with the Board's other directors;
Leading meetings in which the Chair is not present or has been recused;
Helping to ensure that the company lives up to its commitment of diverse representation at the executive and Board level;
Maintaining relationships with the company's major stakeholders to ensure a good understanding of their perspectives;
Acting as a conduit for the PRA and FCA into the Board as and when required;
Working with the People and Governance Committee around succession planning, particularly with regard to the Chair;
Working with the Audit & Risk committee
Serving as the point of contact for any whistleblowing;
The Successful Applicant
Critically, you must have a solid understanding of the UK corporate governance code and what the expectations of this role are.
You should have prior executive experience or non-executive board experience in the UK banking sector (ideally,in retail banking)
You should be comfortable using technology and should follow larger trends within the technology industry
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