Non-Executive Director – Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee

GBG Plc

. Provide financial, governance and risk oversight as an independent Non-Executive Director .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited KingdomLead💰 £63,549 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive financial oversight and governance capabilities, with a strong grasp of financial reporting, risk management, and compliance in a UK Main Market listed company. Proven ability to engage with stakeholders and contribute strategically in complex, international technology environments.

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Financial ReportingRisk ManagementAudit Committee LeadershipGovernance ComplianceStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Financial OversightInternal ControlsTreasury ManagementCapital AllocationExternal AuditData GovernanceFraud PreventionComplianceDigital IdentityFinancial Crime

Soft Skills

JudgementCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsStrategic ThinkingCollaborative Relationships

Industry Keywords

UK Corporate Governance CodeFTSE 250 GovernanceInternational BusinessFinancial ServicesE-CommerceGamingPublic SectorRegulated MarketsStakeholder ExpectationsIndependent Non-Executive Director

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide financial, governance and risk oversight as an independent Non-Executive Director
Chair the Audit & Risk Committee
Oversee financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, external audit and the wider control environment
Contribute to Board discussions on strategy, performance, capital allocation, financial reporting, risk management, internal control and assurance
Support and challenge management constructively in a complex, international, data-led technology business
Support the Chair, executive leadership team and key governance processes outside formal meetings
Attend scheduled Board and Committee meetings, typically ten Board meetings per year
Contribute to strengthening the Company’s control environment and reporting in line with Main Market expectations and the evolving UK Corporate Governance Code
Engage with investors, the external auditor and other key stakeholders
Participate in meetings held between the company’s headquarters in Chester and London, with one meeting potentially held internationally
Commit approximately 20 days per year

Requirements

What you’ll need

Recent and relevant financial experience sufficient to chair the Audit & Risk Committee
Strong grasp of financial reporting, significant judgements, internal controls, risk oversight, treasury, capital allocation and external audit
Track record in a senior executive leadership role, ideally including listed company Board exposure
Experience as a CFO, divisional CFO or in another role with direct responsibility for financial stewardship, controls and risk
Executive track record in technology, software, data, digital identity, fraud, payments, compliance or adjacent regulated markets
Understanding of identity verification, fraud prevention, financial crime, compliance, data governance and trusted digital transactions
Commercial and strategic experience in relevant end markets such as financial services, gaming, e-commerce or public sector
Experience operating in international businesses across multiple jurisdictions
Understanding of governance, regulatory, compliance and control challenges in mature and growth markets
Thorough understanding of an independent non-executive director’s role in a UK Main Market listed company
Awareness of current UK Corporate Governance Code expectations
Credibility with investors, external auditors and key stakeholders
Judgement and communication skills to chair an effective committee and handle sensitive issues
Independence, availability and commitment for meetings, preparation and ad hoc discussions
Appreciation of FTSE 250 governance rigour and stakeholder expectations
Integrity, independence, sound judgement and personal credibility
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to challenge constructively while maintaining collaborative relationships
Commercially minded, strategically astute and capable of contributing as a rounded business leader and Board director

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional fee of £20,000 per year for chairing the Audit & Risk Committee
Equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Reasonable adjustments to the interview process
Benefits information available from the Talent Attraction team