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Independent Non-Executive Director (Finance)
Aquatics GB
Aquatics GB is the National Governing Body for Swimming, Para-Swimming, Diving, Synchronised Swimming, Water Polo and Open Water in Great Britain.
Job Posted- 4 Nov 2026
Status- Contract - Fixed Term
Location- England
Closing date- 16 Nov 2026
Aquatics GB, the governing body for Swimming, Para-Swimming, Diving, Artistic Swimming, Water Polo and High Diving in Great Britain, is looking for an Independent Non-Executive Director with a strong finance background.
The Role
The successful candidate will bring senior financial expertise to the Board and chair the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee of British Swimming Ltd (trading as Aquatics GB), providing challenge, assurance and input into risk management, the business model and strategy.
Aquatics GB delivered 22% of Team GB’s total medals at the Paris 2024 Games and topped the combined medal table at the 2026 European Aquatics Championships.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend up to five Board meetings a year and the Annual General Meeting
- Oversee financial management, financial sustainability and long-term financial strategy
- Chair the Audit and Risk Committee, reviewing the integrity of financial statements and reporting
- Review significant financial risks, including liquidity, reserves and funding arrangements
- Provide independent, constructive challenge on financial and risk matters
- Provide assurance on internal controls and compliance with law and regulation
- Represent Aquatics GB with partners and stakeholders as required
About You
- A Chartered Accountant with Board-level experience of financial management and oversight
- Senior leadership experience in a corporate or regulated environment
- Able to scrutinise financial information and provide constructive challenge
- Experience overseeing financial, operational, regulatory, reputational and strategic risk
- An understanding of directors’ duties and good corporate governance
- A collaborative, inclusive leadership style
Key Details
- Location: Home based, with Board meetings
- Contract: Fixed term Board appointment
- Remuneration: £4,000
- Applications: CV and written covering letter, or a video (maximum 5 minutes) showing how you meet the criteria, by email or WeTransfer
- Interview date: 11 December 2026
- Closing date: 16 November 2026
How to Apply
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