Sporting Jobs are supporting Warwickshire County Cricket Club to identify and appoint their next Chair of the Board. This is a significant leadership opportunity within one of the most historic and ambitious clubs in English cricket.
Warwickshire County Cricket Club is entering an exciting new chapter and is seeking an inspirational leader to help shape its future.
As custodians of a Club with deep heritage and ambitious plans, Warwickshire has a clear vision to become the best cricket business in the world. Achieving this requires exceptional governance, inclusive leadership, strategic insight and a strong connection to members, supporters, partners and the wider community.
About the Role
The Chair of the Board will play a pivotal role in guiding Warwickshire Cricket through a period of growth, transformation and opportunity. The position will influence both men’s and women’s cricket and support the next phase of development at Edgbaston Stadium. The Chair will help shape the future direction of the Club both on and off the field.
The successful candidate will lead a committed and diverse Board, ensuring strong governance, strategic clarity and a culture aligned to the Club’s core values of Passion, Respect, Innovation, Diversity and Excellence.
What You'll Do
Lead the Board and key committees including Cricket and Nominations
Oversee strategy, performance, governance and organisational culture
Champion diversity, inclusion and values based leadership
Represent the Club locally, nationally and internationally
Provide support and guidance to the CEO and senior leadership team
What You'll Bring
Proven experience chairing boards or committees in complex and high profile environments
Strong strategic judgement and governance capability
Inclusive leadership qualities with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi stakeholder landscape
A passion for cricket and an understanding of the positive impact sport can have in communities
Role Details
Location: Edgbaston Stadium
Time commitment: 2 to 3 days per month
Remuneration: Voluntary with reasonable expenses provided and attendance at Club and international fixtures included
Term: Three years, renewable once to a maximum of six years
How to Apply
To be considered, please email the following to Harry Lynch at harry.lynch@sportingjobs.co.uk
* Up to date CV
* A supporting statement outlining suitability and the value you would bring
* Details of two referees who will not be contacted without consent
* Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
Closing date: Sunday 21 December 2025.
For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Harry Lynch on 07746 655830.
Right to Work in the UK
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Warwickshire County Cricket Club and the Warwickshire Cricket Foundation are unable to sponsor work visas. Evidence of right to work will be required before employment begins.
Disability Confident Committed
Warwickshire Cricket is a Disability Confident committed employer and is dedicated to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process. Any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview.