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Sheffield Forgemasters International ltd - Non Executive Director (RemCo Chair)
Contents
Summary
- Organisation
- Sheffield Forgemasters International Ltd
- Sponsor department
- Ministry of Defence
- Location
- Yorkshire and the Humber
- Sectors
- Defence
- Skills
- Audit and Risk, Business, Change Management, Human Resources, International Experience, Major Projects, Transformation
- Number of vacancies
- 1
- Time commitment
- 3 day(s) per month
- Remuneration
- £29,999 per annum
- Length of term
- 3
- Application deadline
- 7pm on 8 September 2023
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Timeline for this appointment
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Opening date
10 August 2023
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Application deadline
7pm on 8 September 2023
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Sifting date
14 September 2023
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Interviews expected to end on
13 November 2023
Timeline dates are only an estimate and can change
About the appointment
Introduction
This appointment to the board is being made at a time of profound operational and cultural change for Sheffield Forgemasters. The requirement to deliver operationally to the highest global standards for a demanding customer base, whilst simultaneously transforming the surroundings, the infrastructure and the culture of the business represents an enormous challenge for the leadership of the company.
To add further value to a strong board, the new Non-Executive Director will bring a deep manufacturing orientation to the table. With a clear understanding of global standards in advanced manufacturing and with a proven track record of transformative leadership in a relevant sector setting, the new Director will have an important role to play in advising, challenging and supporting executive management on the ‘perform / transform’ agenda ahead of them.
Appointment description
The new Non-Executive Director’s duties and responsibilities will include…
Utilising a track record of leadership in capital intensive, advanced manufacturing environments that have truly transformed, from an operational and cultural perspective, to provide guidance, challenge and perspective for the CEO and executive team on the various phases of the transformation of the Company.
Promoting appropriate processes and procedures with reference to world-class practices to deliver high standards of professional, administrative and personal behaviours across the organisation.
Support the aims and objectives of the Company consistent with its overall strategic direction (including the Strategic Objectives) agreed by the Shareholder
Contribute to the effective board-level leadership of the Company within a framework of prudent and effective controls which enables risk to be assessed and managed
Offering constructive challenge to the Executive Directors regarding their analyses and recommendations. This includes having the strength to bring a new perspective to discussions.
Ensuring the company conforms to the highest standards of corporate governance and makes decisions in a transparent manner.
Advising on risk management processes for the business, ensuring that processes are tested and updated.
Ensure the best use of financial and other resources.
As committee Chair, review the remuneration policies and incentive policies of Sheffield Forgemasters to fulfil the objectives of the Company (within the freedoms and delegations afforded to Sheffield Forgemasters); and guide the recommendations of the Remuneration & Nominations Committee, including the Chief Executive remuneration, making sure that the approval route via the Shareholder aligns to that agreed with MOD
Acting in line with high standards of corporate governance to ensure that Sheffield Forgemasters complies, where appropriate, with the Code of Good Practice for Corporate Governance in Central Government Departments.
Person specification
Essential criteria
Qualified candidates will have demonstrated their ability to add value across a range of operational, organisational and strategic issues. They will be seasoned businesspeople, and experienced board-level operators drawing on knowledge and experience that includes;
Leadership experience at the ‘enterprise level’, most likely as a CEO or Managing Director of a significant business division.
Deep expertise and experience of industrial manufacturing; ideally with experience of operating in globally competitive manufacturing sectors
Operational manufacturing experience in highly regulated, demanding product specification sector such as Defence, Civil Nuclear, Aerospace
Transformational modernisation of plant, processes and incorporating contemporary digital technology
Strategic workforce planning and transformation; including workforce skills development
Previous involvement with and/or leadership of a remuneration committee would be an advantage.
Capable of securing SC level clearance
Desirable criteria
The board seeks a candidate with the integrity, independence and broad business experience required of all non-executive directors. Candidates should be well placed to challenge constructively by bringing strong, independent judgement, knowledge and experience to bear. Candidates will also possess the following traits and attributes:
A rounded business leader, who will ensure that they are always well informed about the company and the external environment in which it operates.
Demonstrates independence of mind, openness, transparency and good judgement.
A team-player, with first-rate interpersonal skills. Able to engage in a constructive manner with senior executives and make challenges when necessary.
A strong profile and reputation, upholding the highest standards of integrity.
Candidates should reflect the company’s values of Safety & Wellbeing, Working Together, Trust & Respect and Quality & Innovation. This appointment is made by the Board subject to the consent of Ministers. As such, this person will be a public appointee and expected to adhere to the Seven Principles of Public Life (The Seven Principles of Public Life - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)).
The role is a ‘Reserved Post’, meaning the successful candidate must hold UK citizenship, but can be a dual nationality
Application and selection process
Sir Tim Fraser (SFIL Chair)Julie Colgan, (DNO-UKGI: SFIL Shareholder Non-Executive Director)An Independent Panel Member
Capable of securing SC level clearance (National security vetting: clearance levels -
GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Additional information for candidates
We encourage applications from talented individuals from all backgrounds and across the whole of the United Kingdom. Boards of public bodies are most effective when they reflect the diversity of views of the society they serve and this is an important part of the Government’s levelling up agenda.
We collect data about applicants’ characteristics and backgrounds, including information about people’s educational and professional backgrounds, so that we can make sure we are attracting a broad range of people to these roles and that our selection processes are fair for everyone. Without this information, it makes it difficult to see if our outreach is working, if the application process is having an unfair impact on certain groups and whether changes are making a positive difference.
Holders of public office are expected to adhere to and uphold the Seven Principles of Public Life. These are:
- Selflessness - Holders of public office should act solely in terms of the public interest.
- Integrity - Holders of public office must avoid placing themselves under any obligation to people or organisations that might try inappropriately to influence them in their work. They should not act or take decisions in order to gain financial or other material benefits for themselves, their family, or their friends. They must declare and resolve any interests and relationships.
- Objectivity - Holders of public office must act and take decisions impartially, fairly and on merit, using the best evidence and without discrimination or bias.
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- Honesty - Holders of public office should be truthful.
- Leadership - Holders of public office should exhibit these principles in their own behaviour and treat others with respect. They should actively promote and robustly support the principles and challenge poor behaviour wherever it occurs.
Holders of public office are expected to adhere and uphold the Seven Principles of Public Life and the Code of Conduct for Board Members of Public Bodies. Before you apply you should consider carefully:
- any outside interests that you may have, such as shares you may hold in a company providing services to government;
- any possible reputational issues arising from your past actions or public statements that you have made;
- and/or - any political roles you hold or political campaigns you have supported;
You will need to answer relevant questions in relation to these points when making an application. Many conflicts of interest can be satisfactorily resolved and declaring a potential conflict does not prevent you from being interviewed. If you are shortlisted for an interview, the panel will discuss any potential conflicts with you during that interview, including any proposals you may have to mitigate them and record that in their advice to ministers. Alongside your own declaration, we will conduct appropriate checks, as part of which we will consider anything in the public domain related to your conduct or professional capacity. This may include searches of previous public statements and social media, blogs or any other publicly available information. The successful candidate(s) may be required to give up any conflicting interests and their other business and financial interests may be published in line with organisational policies.
Details of declared political activity will be published when the appointment is announced, as required by the Governance Code (political activity is not a bar to appointment, but must be declared).
Appointments are for the term set out in this advert, with the possibility of re-appointment for a further term, at the discretion of Ministers. Any re-appointment is subject to satisfactory annual appraisals of performance during the first term in the post. There is no automatic presumption of reappointment; each case should be considered on its own merits, taking into account a number of factors including, but not restricted to, the diversity of the current board and its balance of skills and experience. In most cases, the total time served in post will not exceed more than two terms or serve in any one post for more than ten years
We will notify you of the status of your application. We regret that we are only able to offer detailed feedback to candidates who have been unsuccessful at the interview stage.
We aim to process all applications as quickly as possible and to treat all applicants with courtesy.
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