Independent Councillor

About The Role

We are looking for three new Independent Councillors to join the LTA Council, each with unique backgrounds and experiences, who can make a positive contribution to the diversity of our thoughts, ideas and approaches to Tennis Opened Up

The LTA’s Council is the forum representing most of those bodies which are members of Lawn Tennis Association Limited and some other organisations involved in tennis. Each of our Councillors plays an exciting and vital role in growing tennis across Britain, and ultimately achieving our vision and mission.

The Council is chaired by our President, Sandi Procter, and consists of 54 Councillors including 8 Independent Councillors and is governed by the Articles of Association and the Rules of the LTA. The Council meets 4 times a year in person and Councillors have further opportunities to contribute in a wide range of working groups in specific areas.

Responsibilities of the LTA Council

Council will be consulted by the LTA Board on the following matters:

• The Company’s strategy and budgets

• The Company’s accounts and annual report for circulation to members at the Company's annual general meeting

• Proactively to encourage diversity both on Council and within the wider tennis community

• Nominations as required by the LTA Standing Orders

• LTA Rules for circulation to members at the Company's annual general meeting

• Amendments to the LTA Standing Orders

• Subscription fees for associates and members

• Interest charged on loans

• Any proposal for a material alteration in the terms of agreement with The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club in respect of The Championships.

Governance role of the Council

Approval of the Council is required for the following:

• Key appointments within the LTA (including President, Deputy President, Chairman of the LTA Board, chairperson of the Tennis Development Committee and Council Board Members)

• Changes to the LTA Articles of Association, LTA Rules and LTA Standing Orders and other matters Delivery role of the Council

• Council shares responsibility with the LTA Board and LTA Executive team for the success of the LTA and tennis in Britain, including supporting the LTA Board and LTA Executive team in the implementation of the strategic plan.

How to Apply

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