Non-Executive Director – Franchising Concept
Location: London
Commitment: 1 day per month, plus occasional additional time

We are seeking an experienced Non-Executive Director for a rapidly growing franchising concept. As they navigate through exciting phases of growth and fundraising, they are for someone with strong Finance, Marketing or Commercial background.

Due to the current board members experience, a sales background is not suitable for this role.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the CEO to guide the company through critical fundraising efforts and towards a successful exit strategy.
• Strengthen and improve Board governance, ensuring a balanced, high-functioning environment.
• Lead and manage relationships with Investor Directors, ensuring productive and balanced Board conversations.
• Offer mentorship and guidance to the CEO

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Hospitality, QSR or FMCG
• Experience with multi-site hospitality business is preferred
• Experience at CEO level of smaller business or MD of larger business
• A solid understanding of PE, with a history of involvement in exits.
• Strong experience in managing and improving Board governance, particularly in a fast-growing company.
• A forward-thinking leader capable of steering the business towards successful fundraising and exit strategies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in managing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Be available for 1 day per month, with the flexibility to engage beyond that as needed.

If this position is of interest to you and you fit the requirements of the role then please apply with an updated copy of your CV.

Please note due to volume of applications it is only possible to respond to successful applications.