Non-Executive Director

Trafford Leisure CIC is recruiting for a number of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) for our Board. You don’t need to be a sports or physical activity expert to apply for this role, we welcome all skills and experience. If you have a passion for improving the lives of the Trafford Community through health and wellbeing initiatives, you could be perfect for one of our roles.

Our History and Vision:

Trafford Leisure CIC was established in 2015 when the local authority, Trafford Council, engaged us to provide leisure services and recreational activities at the Council leisure centres and golf facilities. We are the largest operator of sport and leisure facilities in Trafford with a bold vision to “Inspire and create opportunities for the people of Trafford to move more and live longer, healthier, happier lives” we want to help reduce health inequalities across the Trafford and Greater Manchester area, in a sustainable way, to inspire people to move more every day.

This is a pivotal point in our evolution as Trafford Council invest millions of pounds in the 5 main indoor leisure facilities in Trafford over the coming years. The ambitious investment program will see the portfolio of centres transformed into fit for purpose, accessible, inspiring spaces under a new brand of “move” for future generations to come. Trafford Leisure works collaboratively with Trafford Council for the benefit of all Trafford residents.

As well as operating and managing the leisure centres, golf course/driving range and 128 football pitches, Trafford Leisure supports the delivery of the Trafford Council’s Trafford Moving Strategy, with a particular focus on older adults over the age of 75, BAME communities, women and girls and residents from areas of deprivation and/or with long term conditions and disabilities to reduce inactivity.

Trafford Leisure is wholeheartedly committed to ensuring we operate to the highest standards. As we embark on this exciting chapter, we are seeking to strengthen our current Non-Executive Director (NED) Board with appointments of well-connected and highly motivated individuals who are passionate about making a difference through sport and physical activity in Trafford. These individual’s will play a key role in leading our organisation through a transformative, multi-million-pound leisure investment programme.

About the Role:

We are looking for four new Non-Executive Director’s to:

• Support the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams in delivering impactful outcomes for our community.
• Contribute to the governance of the organisation, ensuring that we operate effectively, efficiently, and in line with our values and purpose.
• Leverage your experience and skills, especially in a senior role, to help grow our business and empower the team.
• We are specifically looking for individuals with expertise in the following areas although we would welcome applications irrespective of these specific skills areas; property & asset management, digital sales & marketing, coaching programming and/or commercial.

About You:

We are looking for an independent, strategic thinker with a passion for our mission. Our ideal candidate will have:

• A genuine passion for Trafford Leisure’s vision and a deep understanding of good governance.
• Significant senior leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Integrity, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach to achieving results.
• Previous experience of board-level decision-making and navigating complex environments.
• The ability to embrace a voluntary role fully and support the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams in achieving the organisation's goals.

The Commitment of a NED:

Whilst this role is voluntary, it is essential that you commit fully and bring a genuine desire to be involved in empowering the leaders to execute their roles effectively. We anticipate that the role of a NED requires an estimated amount of commitment of around two to three hours per month for the following:

• Quarterly Board Meetings
• Attend your Annual Performance Reviews of Directors
• Development Days (two half days per year)
• Ad Hoc Events

Remuneration:

As a Non-Executive Director, you will receive a complimentary membership to all Trafford Leisure facilities, saving up to £450 per year.

Equality, equity, diversity and inclusion (EEDI) are critical for the success of Trafford Leisure and the achievement of our vision. We aspire to be a diverse, inclusive and responsible organisation. Recognising that a diverse Board and workforce is essential to bringing fresh ideas and perspectives, we particularly welcome applications from minority, marginalised and diverse groups, and we promise a fair and unbiased recruitment process.

If you feel Trafford Leisure matches your own aims, ambitions and values, and relish the opportunity to make a real difference for the people of Trafford we would love to hear from you. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any questions, or any special requirements to help with your application, then please email our People team at [email protected] and we will be happy to help you. We very much look forward to receiving your application.

The closing date for this role is 30th June 2025.

We do not accept speculative CVs from Agencies and any CVs received will be treated as a gift.