Have you got what it takes to be an independent director?

Date: 

Wednesday, 24 February, 2021

The search is on to recruit six local independent directors to bring enhanced strategic direction to two of Woking Borough Council’s subsidiary companies.

Exceptional senior level professionals are sought to support and guide Brookwood Cemetery Group and ThamesWey Group into exciting futures as the companies grow and service delivery expands.

Two independent Directors for Brookwood Cemetery Group

Founded in 1852 by the London Necropolis and National Mausoleum Company to house London's dead, Brookwood Cemetery is considered by Historic England as a site of national significance.

Applicants to this post must have substantial experience as a senior level professional within either a heritage organisation or landscape, or biodiversity, management.

Four independent Directors for ThamesWey Group

Set up in 1999 to deliver on the council’s strategic objectives for tackling climate change through carbon reduction, ThamesWey Group creates and enhances communities that are truly sustainable, whilst meeting demands of development and the local economy.

This role would suit a chief finance officer, marketing, housing or renewable energy professional looking to make a difference to the energy and housing sector.

Candidate selection and how to apply

All candidates must also demonstrate excellent communication skills, diplomacy and sound judgement when making decisions or implementing change, as well as a collegiate, inclusive leadership style which embraces diversity. Additionally, local expertise and knowledge would be a distinct advantage.

Successful candidates will be expected to attend three Board meetings per year and serve for at least three years. A generous remuneration package is offered for these roles.

Applicants are invited to find out more and apply online by searching ‘Woking Independent Director’ on the Jobs Go Public website or call 01483 743 783 for an informal conversation about the roles.

The closing date for all applications is Sunday 7 March 2021. 

Applicants will not qualify for the role of independent director if they are politically active, either party political or in an active protest group, or are conflicted by the nature of their employment or other activity.

You can find more information on the jobs and application process by following these links:

View the ThamesWey Group Independent Director job advert

View the Brookwood Cemetery Group Independent Director job advert