Job Title: Non-Executive Director (NED) – Business Transformation Consultancy
Location: London, UK (Board meetings held quarterly – hybrid attendance model)
Term: Part-time / Advisory Role
Compensation: Competitive NED fee + equity options (if applicable)
Company Overview
We are a fast-growing, London-based Business Transformation Consultancy, partnering with mid-market and enterprise clients across the UK and Europe to deliver large-scale change programmes, including digital transformation, operating model redesign, cost optimisation, and cultural change.
With a growing portfolio of blue-chip clients, a seasoned leadership team, and a strong delivery track record, the business is entering its next phase of strategic growth and international expansion. We are now seeking to appoint an experienced Non-Executive Director (NED) to bring strategic oversight, governance support, and external perspective to the board.
Role Purpose
As a Non-Executive Director, you will play a key role in supporting the Board and executive leadership in shaping and executing the firm’s strategic ambitions. This includes guiding market positioning, supporting scale-up efforts, strengthening governance, and acting as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior team.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide independent oversight and strategic input into the firm’s growth plans, business development, and service proposition.
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Advise on scaling professional services delivery, operational maturity, and client relationship management.
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Bring market insights to help shape positioning in the transformation, consulting, and digital change landscape.
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Support the CEO and leadership in governance, risk management, and commercial decision-making.
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Contribute to Board deliberations on strategic partnerships, talent strategy, and long-term planning.
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Where relevant, support potential capital events (private equity investment, M&A, or exit planning).
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Promote and support a culture of performance, accountability, and innovation.
Candidate Profile
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Proven experience as a Non-Executive Director or senior executive (e.g., Managing Partner, COO, or Transformation Director) within consulting, professional services, or related industries.
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Deep understanding of business transformation and change management, preferably from a delivery or strategic advisory background.
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Commercially astute with experience scaling consulting or advisory businesses, ideally with exposure to private equity or high-growth environments.
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Strong governance knowledge and the ability to constructively challenge and advise the executive team.
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A credible and trusted voice with extensive networks in corporate and/or government sectors.
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Previous involvement in international expansion, digital services, or managed services is desirable.
Time Commitment
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Quarterly Board meetings (hybrid)
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Occasional ad hoc advisory support (e.g., investor meetings, strategy off-sites)
What We Offer
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Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a high-growth consultancy
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A collaborative, ambitious, and values-driven leadership team
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Competitive remuneration and potential equity participation
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