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Sheffield Chamber Council Member
Be part of the change in helping Sheffield be the best place in the UK to start, grow and run a successful and sustainable business.
Sheffield Chamber are looking for more people, who want to play a leading role in supporting this city, to join our Chamber Council from January 2025.
What is Sheffield Chamber Council?
We are a team of committed volunteers who represent SCCI members and Sheffield’s business community. We support the Board and Executives in shaping the future activities and policy of the Chamber. We play an active role in helping the Chamber to engage with key stakeholders and promote Sheffield. And, we are a critical friend, helping the Chamber to grow and succeed.
But, most of all we are a community of people who have generously chosen to give our time to make our city a better place to live and work.
The Council is made up of members, who sit for a term of office of three years. Each year, to ensure rotation a number of Council members reach the end of their term. And this year is a great opportunity for more people to get involved.
To be considered for Chamber Council your company or employer must be a Chamber member. However, Council members are appointed in their individual capacity and not just on behalf your organisation, giving you the opportunity to personally represent the wider business community and the sector you operate in. We are also looking for people with specific experience in;
- Professional Services
- Marketing
- Engineering
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Tech
- Scale-Up
The Chamber recruits by merit based on fair and open competition. We embrace diversity and promote equal opportunities for all.
What is the level of Commitment?
- Each Council member sit for a term of office of three years.
- The Chamber Council meetings take place 6 times a year on a bi-monthly basis at different locations across the city region.
- Some additional meeting and events are held throughout the year and Council members are encouraged to attend.
- At times, you will be called upon to give your opinion and feedback and be a voice for Sheffield’s business community.
- To support the growth of the Chamber, Council members are asked to use their networks to support the work of the Account Managers.
How will you benefit?
- The position offers a real opportunity to be involved in an organisation that has huge aspirations for its team, membership, and the city region; and you can be part of this collaborative success.
- You will have the opportunity to help mould the future of business in Sheffield and play a pivotal role in how SCCI supports the city’s dynamic business community.
- You will be able to develop your communication, negotiation, and diplomacy skills in a Council setting.
- You will expand your networks and grow your profile across all sectors within the SCR and beyond.
Does this sound like you? Apply now
If you are interested in the role, please apply via the button below by 9th October at 12pm. Interviews will take place in late October.
If you have any questions or if you would like to know more, please contact SCCI Nominations Committee at nominations@scci.org.uk
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Sheffield Chamber Non-Exec Director – HR NED Recruitment
We are looking for a People & Culture/HR Non-Executive Director to help build the strongest Chamber in the UK.
Do you believe Sheffield can be the best place to start, run and grow a successful and sustainable organisation?
Overly ambitious? Sheffield Chamber of Commerce thinks not. That is why we are on a mission to make it happen. Along the way we’re going to build the strongest Chamber of Commerce in the UK.
We can’t do this alone and need a big thinker, change maker and challenger to help us.
We’re looking for a People & Culture / HR Non-Executive Director who is ACCA qualified or equivalent experience. We would love to hear from anyone who is experienced in finance and can use their financial background to strengthen Sheffield Chamber of Commerce board.
Commitment: 3-year term, 6 yearly board, the review of 12 board papers and attendance at occasional additional meetings when a NED presence is required. Please see full details below.
What are we looking for?
You will be from the business community and willing to bring enthusiasm, and influence to support Sheffield Chamber of Commerce (SCCI) work and vision for the future. Previous board experience is essential, and this knowledge could have been gained by time spent on a Limited company board, as a charity trustee, school or HE institution governor or even club committee member.
The role requires someone with a passion for Sheffield, someone who can help shape SCCI into a Chamber of the Future and play a fundamental part in rewiring how the city’s business community works together. The board also benefits from outside contacts and opinions, so a good network of experienced connections would be preferred.
As a NED you will need to:
- Act as a critical friend to the board,
- bring an external, independent perspective to the Board,
- assist with strategy,
- help develop the business,
- help to manage risk.
As a NED you will also be expected to challenge and advise the SCCI’s senior team in line with our values and ambitions.
How will you benefit?
- The position offers a real opportunity to be involved in an organisation that has huge aspirations for its team, membership, and the city region; and you can part of this collaborative success.
- Becoming a NED for SCCI will broaden your experience of board dynamics, and specific training will be offered where available to help support you in the role.
- You will have the opportunity to help to mold the future of business in Sheffield and play a pivotal role in how SCCI supports the city’s dynamic business community.
- You will be able to develop your communication, negotiation and diplomacy skills in a board setting.
- You will expand your networks and grow your profile across all sectors within the SCR and beyond.
What is the level of commitment?
- A NED is appointed for a 3-year term, during this time they are expected to attend all board meetings when possible.
- The chamber issues a monthly board pack which NED’s are asked to review.
- Board meets every other month in person – 6 meetings per year.
- NED’s are at times asked to join Chamber Council meetings, to engage with and feedback to Council members.
- As a NED you will have the same level of legal responsibility as an Executive Director, it is important that this liability is understood and accepted.
- A broad understanding of SCCI operations and its wider Management team is expected. During an induction process you will be given the knowledge to understand the role and responsibilities of SCCI and meet the team.
- Throughout a term NED’s are expected to maintain some contact with the Senior Leadership team at SCCI; offering additional advice, feedback and support when needed.
We acknowledge that everyone brings a unique perspective and ideas.
We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to better understand our customers and the world around us and enables us to provide the best possible service to our members.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique.
We believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.
SCCI full equity, diversity and inclusion statement can be found on our website.
If you are interested in the role, please contact SCCI Nominations Committee Chair, Kirsty White k.white@cavcare.org.uk with your expression of interest by 9th October 2024. Briefly tell us (300 words) about you and your HR experience and why you are interested in joining the board. Or we welcome a short intro video if you prefer.
Successful applicants will be invited to interview the w/c 4 November 2024 to join the board from Jan 2025.
If you have any further questions regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact Kirsty directly.
