Industrial Council Member

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Act as an Industrial Member Non-Executive Director and a member of the Council.

• Actively participate in the governance of the Council.

• Collaborate with the Chief Executive and Executive Board to ensure effective oversight and governance of TWI.

• Analyze and question the performance of the company.

• Provide expertise in materials, manufacturing, energy, or related sectors.

• Assist in shaping the commercial strategy, business development, and/or financial oversight.

• Enhance and expand TWI's influence and outreach within industry, government, academia, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Engage in Council-related activities for up to eight days annually.

• Participate in meetings, which are typically held in Cambridge, either remotely or in person when feasible.

• Support the objectives and future success of The Welding Institute.

⛳️ Requirements

• The employer must be an Industrial Member of TWI Ltd.

• Ideally, candidates should have board or senior management experience.

• A solid understanding of effective corporate governance is essential.

• Capability to analyze and question the performance of the company.

• Experience serving on boards, committees, and/or in senior management roles.

• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing, energy, or related sectors is required.

• Proven track record of innovation and impact within the industry.

• Demonstrated success in commercial strategy, business development, and/or financial oversight.

• Ability to introduce new geographic, demographic, or industry insights.

• Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting the goals and future success of The Welding Institute.

• Capability to broaden and enhance TWI's external reach and influence across various sectors, including industry, government, and academia.

• Applications must include a CV and cover letter.

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Declaration of Interests form prior to the interview.

• The role necessitates a BPSS check, which will be conducted by TWI.

🏝️ Benefits

• This is a non-remunerated position.

• Reasonable expenses incurred while attending meetings will be reimbursed.

• Council meetings can be attended remotely.

• A comprehensive training program is available, featuring both in-house and external courses to foster staff development.