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REC governance opportunities 2026
Help shape the future of the recruitment industry
The REC is inviting applications for a number of governance roles across its Board and committees. The roles include:
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An independent Non-Executive Director (open to non-members)
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Two independent committee members (open to non-members)
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Three committee roles for REC 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.
Information for applicants
Interested members should read the information below in full before downloading and submitting the application before 9:00 on Monday 1 June 2026.
Independent Non-Executive Director – REC Board
We are seeking to appoint an Independent Non-Executive Director to join the REC Board. Interested applicants should read the following information in full and download the Candidate Information Pack and Terms of Reference.
This role is suited to someone with senior leadership or board-level experience who can bring independent judgement, external perspective and strategic insight. We are particularly interested in candidates from outside the recruitment sector, including professional services, technology, workforce, skills, education, consumer or B2B services, public policy or regulatory environments.
Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year, including an annual Board away day. Meetings are held in person in London.
Term: Three years, with the option to extend for a further three years.
Remuneration: Unremunerated, with reasonable expenses covered.
Remuneration and Appointments Committee
We are seeking to appoint two independent candidates and two REC members.
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 6 and Tuesday 7 July 2026 in person in London.
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 6 and Tuesday 7 July 2026 at REC’s London offices.
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
Please download and complete the governance vacancy application form. Completed forms should be emailed to: India.Harrison@rec.uk.com.
Applications must be received by 09:00 on Monday 1 June 2026.
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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.
