167 Board Of Directors jobs in the United Kingdom

• Manage complex and dynamic calendars for multiple executives, including scheduling meetings, calls, and travel arrangements across different time zones.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Coordinate all aspects of executive travel, including flights, accommodation, visas, and itineraries, often at short notice.
• Act as a gatekeeper, screening calls and emails, and prioritizing requests to ensure executives' time is managed effectively.
• Organize and manage high-level meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing materials, taking minutes, and tracking action items.
• Conduct research and prepare briefing materials for meetings and travel.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical filing systems, ensuring easy retrieval of information.
• Assist with the preparation of board materials and ensure timely distribution.
• Handle confidential information with the highest level of integrity and discretion.
• Collaborate with other administrative staff to ensure smooth office operations, even in a remote setting.
• Proactively identify and anticipate the needs of the executives and offer solutions.
• Manage expenses and process reimbursements accurately and efficiently.
• Provide general administrative support as needed, fostering a seamless remote working environment.

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or in a similar senior administrative role, preferably supporting C-suite executives or a board.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Experience in coordinating international travel and complex logistical arrangements is highly desirable.
• A proactive and problem-solving attitude is essential for success in this fully remote position.

• Coordinate all aspects of Board of Directors' meetings, including scheduling, venue arrangements (virtual or in-person), and preparation of agendas and board packs.
• Manage and meticulously organize the calendars of multiple Board members, proactively resolving conflicts and ensuring efficient time management.
• Prepare, proofread, and distribute board minutes, resolutions, and other critical governance documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for Board members, responding to inquiries and facilitating communication between directors and the company.
• Maintain and update corporate records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Handle highly confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for Board members as required, ensuring seamless logistics.
• Assist with the onboarding of new Board members, providing necessary information and support.
• Conduct research and prepare background materials for Board meetings and specific initiatives.
• Manage and organize electronic and physical filing systems for governance documentation.

• Significant experience as an Executive Assistant or Board Secretary, specifically supporting a Board of Directors or C-suite executives in a corporate environment.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a polished and professional demeanor.
• Utmost discretion and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Proactive approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently.
• Experience working in a remote capacity is essential.
• Familiarity with corporate governance principles and practices is highly desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree is a significant advantage.
• A keen understanding of corporate structures and decision-making processes.

The University of Warwick is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of strategic decision-making - helping to shape the University’s future and ensure alignment with its long-term objectives.

A great opportunity, if you are someone who thrives on strategic thinking, effective coordination & planning, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll also enjoy bringing clarity and structure to complex processes, while contributing to the development and implementation of key initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of strategic project plans, ensuring milestones and decision points are clearly defined and achieved.
• Provide leadership on the coordination of deliverables to ensure consistent standards, and ensuring activities are undertaken as required to successfully achieve the delivery of key milestones.
• Proactively identify and solve problems to address strategic challenges and support decision-making.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and progress tracking across multiple strategic initiatives.
• Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement.
• Deliver executive support to steering groups, workstreams, and working groups as required.
• Identifying process improvement initiatives within Strategic Planning, which could include developing SharePoint and creating KPIs.

About You

This role requires a proven track record in project management, including project planning, setting and tracking project milestones, and the use of strategic analysis tools and techniques to ensure effective structure and governance.

You will have previous experience working within a university environment and a strong understanding of Higher Education policies and procedures.

Key Info

6 month contract

Hybrid – 2 days a week on site (Anchor day – Tuesday)

£28.00 per hour

Next Steps

If you are interested please send your CV to

The University of Warwick is looking for a Strategic Planning Manager. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of strategic decision-making - helping to shape the University’s future and ensure alignment with its long-term objectives.

A great opportunity, if you are someone who thrives on strategic thinking, effective coordination & planning, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll also enjoy bringing clarity and structure to complex processes, while contributing to the development and implementation of key initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of strategic project plans, ensuring milestones and decision points are clearly defined and achieved.
• Provide leadership on the coordination of deliverables to ensure consistent standards, and ensuring activities are undertaken as required to successfully achieve the delivery of key milestones.
• Proactively identify and solve problems to address strategic challenges and support decision-making.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and progress tracking across multiple strategic initiatives.
• Support Strategic Planning in advancing core planning activities, driving innovation in monitoring performance and continuous process improvement.
• Deliver executive support to steering groups, workstreams, and working groups as required.
• Identifying process improvement initiatives within Strategic Planning, which could include developing SharePoint and creating KPIs.

About You

This role requires a proven track record in project management, including project planning, setting and tracking project milestones, and the use of strategic analysis tools and techniques to ensure effective structure and governance.

You will have previous experience working within a university environment and a strong understanding of Higher Education policies and procedures.

Key Info

6 month contract

Hybrid – 2 days a week on site (Anchor day – Tuesday)

£28.00 per hour

Next Steps

If you are interested please send your CV to

Freshminds has partnered with a leading FTSE 250 transport company who are looking to hire an impressive Strategic Network Planner to their team. Working closely with the Head of Network and CFO, you will be responsible for driving commerical and operational growth in their transport schedules.

Responsibilities:

• Lead on strategy and compliance across the network
• Use data driven insights to optimise on operational efficiency
• Align with senior stakeholders to drive cross-functional excellence

Requirements:

• c.5 years Big 4 experience
• Astute analytical experience
• Interest / experience in transport and logistics desirable

Freshminds has partnered with a leading FTSE 250 transport company who are looking to hire an impressive Strategic Network Planner to their team. Working closely with the Head of Network and CFO, you will be responsible for driving commerical and operational growth in their transport schedules.

Responsibilities:

• Lead on strategy and compliance across the network
• Use data driven insights to optimise on operational efficiency
• Align with senior stakeholders to drive cross-functional excellence

Requirements:

• c.5 years Big 4 experience
• Astute analytical experience
• Interest / experience in transport and logistics desirable

• Develop, implement, and monitor the institution's strategic plan, working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Conduct comprehensive environmental scans, market analyses, and competitive intelligence gathering to inform strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops, retreats, and discussions across various levels of the organization.
• Translate strategic goals into actionable operational plans and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Oversee the strategic resource allocation process and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.
• Monitor progress against strategic objectives and provide regular reports to the board and executive team.
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges relevant to the institution's mission.
• Foster a culture of strategic thinking and innovation throughout the organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advise on organizational design and change management initiatives to support strategic execution.

• Master's degree or PhD in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, organizational development, or a related senior leadership role.
• Proven ability to develop and execute complex strategic plans in large organizations, preferably within higher education or research institutions.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating high-level discussions and achieving consensus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience in data analysis and performance measurement.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing modern academic institutions.

• Developing and articulating the company's overall strategic vision and long-range plans.
• Leading the annual strategic planning process, including goal setting and KPI development.
• Conducting in-depth market, industry, and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Evaluating potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic alliances.
• Translating strategic plans into actionable initiatives and roadmaps for various business units.
• Monitoring the execution of strategic initiatives and reporting on progress to the executive team and board.
• Facilitating strategic workshops and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Identifying and mitigating strategic risks.
• Championing a culture of continuous improvement and strategic thinking throughout the organization.