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Boardroom Briefing: October 2024

A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes a High Court decision finding two former BHS Group directors liable for trading […]

Governance: curated resources

Boards are tasked with the governance of their organisation, which broadly involves strategy, scrutiny and compliance. Here we bring together some useful resources surrounding compliance and the different codes, structures and […]

The Role of the Investor NED

This session focused on the responsibilities of being a NED for an early-stage company, particularly those raising investment. It highlighted NED recruitment pathways to startups and university spin-out boards, what […]

What to Expect from a Board Evaluation

It is best practice for boards of all types to periodically step back to consider how well they are performing their function. Indeed, certain regulators require a regular formal process […]

Boardroom Briefing: August 2024

A brief monthly update on corporate governance and related areas from Pinsent Masons This month’s briefing includes the UK Listing Rules recently published by the FCA in Policy Statement PS […]

Writing a Board Ready CV

We offer a range of support to create a Board CV which does you justice as a candidate. This article by our founders Rowena Ironside and Ruth Medd shares some […]

Writing a Board-Ready Cover Letter

If you want to land a position on a board, you’ll need to craft a compelling cover letter. While your board CV will outline how you’re a good candidate for […]

Applying for a NED or Trustee Role

Non-executive director roles often attract a lot of applications; paid roles, in particular, are very competitive. So rule number one: DON’T simply send a copy of your executive CV and […]

Non-Executive Headhunters: A-Z

We partner closely with select board recruitment practices, plus a listing of approx 70 other boutique and large-scale firms active in non-executive recruitment. Headhunters play a key role in the […]

Fiona Hathorn's Top Tips for Career Success

Fiona Hathorn, our co-founder and CEO, shares her advice on realising your career goals – based on global research findings, combined with her personal experience building a successful career in […]

Excelling in the Hybrid Workplace

In the evolving hybrid workplace, visibility and career advancement challenges persist, influenced by gender dynamics and cultural norms. Gaining visibility and progressing to senior management is complex, and understanding these […]

Embracing ESG

Many companies now recognise the importance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and its role in driving organisational success. With increasing regulations, growing stakeholder interest and potential legal risks, boards […]