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REC governance opportunities 2026
Help shape the future of the recruitment industry
The REC is led by and for the recruitment industry, and our governance plays an important role in ensuring our work reflects the needs of members and the wider sector. We’re looking for experienced people who can bring fresh perspectives, expertise and constructive challenge to help shape our priorities and support the REC’s future direction.
The REC is inviting applications for a number of governance roles across its Board and committees. The roles include:
- Audit & Risk Committee: one REC member and one independent member (open to non-members)
- Remuneration Committee: one REC member and two independent members (open to non-members)
- Independent Non-Executive Director: one independent Board member (open to non-members)
These roles offer the opportunity to contribute strategic insight, constructive challenge and senior-level judgement to a national membership body representing the UK recruitment industry.
The Independent Non-Executive Director will join the REC Board and serve as its representative on the Remuneration & Appointments Committee, providing strategic oversight, constructive challenge and an external, cross-sector perspective.
Apply for the current committee roles before 9am, Friday 2 October 2026.
Information for applicants
Interested members should read the information below in full before downloading and submitting the application.
Audit and Risk Committee
We are seeking to appoint one independent candidate and one REC member.
The Audit and Risk Committee oversees financial reporting, audit, risk management, internal controls and governance arrangements. Committee members provide strategic oversight and constructive challenge, helping the REC manage risk and support long-term organisational resilience.
Candidates should bring strong judgement, governance experience, an understanding of audit and risk management, and the ability to scrutinise complex issues.
Time commitment: At least four meetings per year, usually 60–90 minutes, plus preparation time.
Term: Three years, with the option to extend for a further term up to a maximum of six years.
Remuneration: Unremunerated, with reasonable expenses covered.
Interviews: Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 October 2026 in person in London.
Remuneration and Appointments Committee
We are seeking to appoint two independent candidates and one REC member.
The Remuneration and Appointments Committee plays an important role in senior remuneration, succession planning, Board and committee appointments, and ensuring a diversity of experience and background in REC governance.
Independent candidates must not be REC members. REC-member applicants must be current REC members. We particularly welcome REC members with experience in senior-level remuneration and non-executive or trustee recruitment.
Time commitment: Four to six days per year. Meetings are held on MS Teams, with selection interviews held in person.
Term: Three years, with the option to extend for a further three years.
Remuneration: Unremunerated, with reasonable expenses covered.
Interviews: Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 October 2026 in person in London.
Independent Non-Executive Director
We are seeking to appoint one independent candidate to join the REC Board.
The Independent Non-Executive Director will serve as a full member of the Board and as the Board’s representative on the Remuneration & Appointments Committee. They will provide strategic oversight and constructive challenge to the Executive, bring external and cross-sector insight to Board discussions, and help connect the committee’s work with Board decision-making.
Candidates should bring senior leadership or board-level experience, strong strategic and governance skills, sound judgement and the confidence to offer constructive challenge. We are particularly interested in candidates from outside the recruitment sector. Experience of digital transformation, membership organisations, policy, advocacy or organisational change would also be valuable.
Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year, including an annual Board away day, plus three to five Remuneration & Appointments Committee meetings and preparation time. Board meetings are held in person in London.
Term: Three years, with the option to extend for a further three years.
Remuneration: Unremunerated, with reasonable out-of-pocket expenses covered.
How to apply: Please download and read the relevant terms of reference, information back and application form below.
Applications for the Independent Non-Executive Director role should be emailed to faye.marshall@harrishill.co.uk. Only applications submitted using the Independent Non-Executive Director application form will be accepted.
The deadline is 9am, Friday 2 October 2026.
Who should apply?
We welcome applications from people who can bring senior-level judgement, strategic insight, governance experience or specialist expertise.
You may be suitable if you have experience in areas such as:
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senior leadership or board-level decision-making
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corporate governance
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audit, risk, remuneration or appointments
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strategic planning and organisational oversight
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workforce, skills, policy, professional services, digital or business transformation
We positively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and with a broad range of experience. All appointments are made on merit.
How to apply
Applications for the Audit and Risk Committee or Remuneration and Appointments Committee should be emailed to India.Harrison@rec.uk.com.
Applications for the Independent Non-Executive Director role should be emailed to faye.marshall@harrishill.co.uk. Only applications submitted using the Independent Non-Executive Director application form will be accepted.
Deadline is 9am Friday 2 October 2026.
Supporting documents
Governance vacancy application form
Audit and Risk candidate information pack
Renumeration and Appointments Committee candidate information pack
Independent Non-Executive Director: vacancy terms of reference
Independent Non-Executive Director vacancy: candidate information pack
Independent Non-Executive Director vacancy: application form
Our recruitment process
We use a blind-application process. This means that, before interview, the shortlisting panel will not see your personal data. We use an application form rather than CVs to help ensure the process is fair and consistent. We positively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and with a broad range of experience. All appointments are made on merit and the REC is committed to making appointments in a way that is open, transparent and fair to all applicants.
