The Associate NED is a developmental, non‑statutory board role designed to broaden the diversity, skills and lived experience at Delt’s Board discussions, while also supporting succession planning. This is an opportunity to work in a board environment, contribute to strategic decisions, and develop as a NED in a supported setting.
This role is suitable for individuals who bring strong professional expertise, system insight or community perspectives, but who may not yet have held a formal board‑level appointment.Previousnon‑executive experience is not necessarily required.
TheAssociate NEDwillparticipatefully in Board discussions, contributing independent thought,insightand challenge. WhileAssociateNEDs are not company directors and do not carry the statutory responsibilities of a fullNED, they are expected tooperateto the samehigh standardsof professionalism,confidentialityand integrity.
Purpose of the role
The Associate NED role is intended to:
* Provide the Board with additional perspectives, insight and challenge
* Strengthen Board capability in priority and emerging areas
* Support inclusive leadership and long‑term succession planning
* Create a supported route into NED leadership for high‑potential individuals
This is a structured development opportunity. Associate NEDs will be supported through:
* A comprehensive induction to Delt, its governance and operating environment
* Mentoring by an experienced Non Executive or Board member
* Access to training and development in areas such as governance, finance, risk and strategy
* Ongoing feedback and reflection with the Chair
Who we are looking for
We are specifically looking for individuals that bring specialistexpertiseor insight in digital, AI, cyber, finance or transformation. In addition, wewelcome applications from individuals who:
* Share Delt’s values and public service ethos
* Are curious,reflectiveand keen to develop board‑level skills
* Are able toprovide independent thought and constructive challenge
* Are committed to inclusive leadership and ethical governance
We particularly encourage applications from people who are currentlyunder-represented at board level, and from those who may not otherwise see themselves as “traditional”non-executives.
Remuneration and terms
£250 per day for board, committee and related meetings; time commitment: approximately 1 day per month.
The Associate NED appointment is for a fixed two-year term, with potential afterwards to progress to an Independent NED role.
How to apply
Please refer to our How to Apply page for guidance, including recommendations on arranging conversations with our Executive Search Partner, Anna Jay, MD of Public Leaders Appointments, the Chair, and the Chief Executive Officer, before submitting your application.
* a supporting statement (maximum two pages), clearly indicating the Associate Non-Executive Director role and answering the below questions.
* What motivates you to apply for the Associate NED role at Delt, and why is this type of board role the right next step for you at this point in your career?
* Drawing on your professional, community or lived experience, how do you believe that you would add value to Board and committee discussions at Delt, even if you have not previouslyoperatedat board level?
* Associate Non‑Executive Directors are expected to provide constructive challenge while continuing to develop their own board‑level capability. Can you describe a situation where you haveoffered independent challenge or advice in a senior or complex setting?
Please also provide contact details for two professional references. Referees should be people who can comment authoritatively on you as a person and as an employee or board member and will not be contacted without your prior consent.
Equality,diversityand inclusion are all integral to our organisational ethos and values. It is critically important to us that everyDeltemployee works in an inclusive environment which has a culture of mutualregard and respect. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
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