ELSTREE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE LTD
Independent Non Executive Director (iNED)
Board appointment | Borehamwood, Hertfordshire Term: Three years, renewable once (maximum six years) Time commitment: Approximately 12 to 15 days per year Remuneration: Directors allowance is £3,836, reasonable expenses reimbursed.
About EIE
Elstree Immersive Experience Ltd is a new immersive entertainment venue in Borehamwood, backed by Hertsmere Borough Council. The venue opens in late 2026 and will bring world-class immersive experiences, live performance and interactive storytelling to the home of British screen production.
EIE is a council-owned special purpose vehicle. Public investment, strong governance and commercial delivery sit at the heart of how we operate.
The Role
The Board is seeking an Independent Non Executive Director to provide independent challenge, scrutiny and sector expertise as the company moves through fit-out, opening and its first years of operation.
You will report to the Chair of the EIE Board and be accountable to the Board collectively, and to the shareholder (Hertsmere Borough Council) through the Board's reporting arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
Provide constructive challenge to executive and council-appointed directors on strategy, performance, risk and governance
Independently scrutinise management accounts, cashflow forecasts and the Risk Register
Participate actively in at least one Board Working Group, with a preference for Finance or Sites
Provide independent input on conflict of interest matters where appropriate
Champion good governance practice across the Board
Act as a critical friend to the Managing Director outside formal board meetings where useful
Time Commitment
Approximately 12 to 15 days per year. This covers attendance at scheduled board meetings (currently monthly), preparation time, and engagement with at least one Board Working Group. Additional time may be required at peak points such as pre-opening, gateway decisions or escalated risk.
Who We Are Looking For
Essential:
Senior board, governance or non-executive experience
Financial literacy, with confidence scrutinising management accounts and cashflow
Understanding of risk management and audit
Independence from Hertsmere Borough Council, EIE delivery partners and suppliers
Commitment to the Nolan Principles of public life
Desirable:
Experience in creative industries, visitor attractions, leisure or entertainment
Experience of council-owned companies, SPVs or publicly funded ventures
Experience of organisations in start-up or pre-opening phase