Board of Directors
Roles and Responsibilities
Role of the Chair The Chair is responsible for the leadership and overall effectiveness of the Board including performance evaluation of the Board and the CEO. The Chair sets the agenda for each meeting of the Board, including discussion of issue of strategy, performance, accountability and risk. The Chair provides and promotes constructive challenge to management and facilitates the contribution of the Non-Executive Directors. The Chair sets clear expectations on culture, values and behaviours.
Role of the Senior Independent Director The Senior Independent Director, Robert Burgess, provides a sounding board for the Chair and, if necessary, acts as an intermediary for the other Non-Executive Directors. The SID also provides an alternative channel of communication for investors, primarily on corporate governance matters. The SID also leads the evaluation of the Chair and the search for a new Chair when necessary.
Role of Independent Non-Executive Directors The Non-Executive Directors, Dagmar Kershaw, John Linwood and James Rawlingson, help to set the strategy for the Group, contributing independent oversight and constructive, rigorous challenge. They also ensure the integrity of financial information, controls and risk management processes. Alongside serving on Board Committees, they scrutinise the performance of the Executive Directors against agreed goals and objectives.
Role of the CEO The CEO is responsible for leading the Group, overseeing the day-to-day operations, developing and executing strategies and strategic priorities. Additionally, the CEO maintains relationships with shareholders and stakeholders, develops the Group’s executive management capability, and guides the overall development of Group policies while communicating the Company’s values.
Role of the CFO The CFO is responsible for supporting the CEO in developing and implementing strategy, while providing strategic financial leadership. Along with the CEO, the CFO also explains the Company’s performance to shareholders. Additionally, the CFO oversees the Group’s finance and company secretarial functions.
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