We are advising a highly respected, long‑established UK food group on the appointment of an independent Non‑Executive Director to join its Board during an important phase of growth and strategic development.
This is a rare opportunity to support a business with a strong reputation for quality, partnership and long‑term stewardship.
The Opportunity
The successful individual will play a key role in:
- Providing independent strategic challenge and support to the executive team
- Strengthening governance, risk and financial oversight
- Contributing to long‑term strategy, capital allocation and organic and acquisitive growth
- Supporting a values‑led culture with a strong people‑first ethos
The Board values open, constructive debate and seeks a NED who combines commercial pragmatism with integrity, sound judgement and low ego.
Ideal Background
We are particularly interested in candidates with:
- Senior leadership experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or adjacent consumer sectors with exposure to businesses of scale (+£500m).
- Exposure to complex, multi‑site food businesses, with a broad customer base.
- Prior board‑level experience as a NED or Executive Director (or readiness to step into a first NED role)
- Strong understanding of financial controls, risk, governance and board dynamics
- A collaborative style and ability to influence at board and shareholder level
Personal Attributes
- Credible strategic thinker with the confidence to challenge constructively
- High ethical standards and sound judgement
- Strong communicator, trusted advisor and effective listener
- Commitment to diversity of thought and inclusive boardroom discussion