Non Executive Director

Whip App Limited is a groundbreaking social money pooling and payment platform designed to make group experiences fairer, more transparent, and easier to manage. As the first pre-event money pooling app, Whip App allows users to create shared group funds—known as “Whips”—before an event takes place. A prepaid card is generated instantly for group use, removing financial pressure from any one individual. Users can budget, track spending, chat in-app, and settle up with friends—all in one place.

Location: London (Part-Time, On-Site/Hybrid)

Whip App Limited is seeking an experienced and strategic Non-Executive Director (NED) to join the board and provide high-level guidance as the company enters its next stage of growth. As a member of the board, you will support the executive team with independent oversight, contribute to long-term strategic planning, and ensure strong governance practices are upheld. This is a key advisory role that brings valuable insight, accountability, and network influence to the company without direct involvement in daily operations.

• Offer strategic guidance and constructive challenge to the executive team and CEO
• Participate in board meetings and contribute to major company decisions
• Advise on business planning, financial oversight, and commercial strategy
• Leverage your experience and network to support growth, partnerships, and fundraising efforts
• Ensure corporate governance and regulatory compliance are met
• Provide insight and oversight across risk, finance, and market expansion

• Extensive experience within CAAS (Cards-as-a-Service) and the wider payments or fintech sector
• Proven board or advisory experience, ideally in a scale-up or high-growth environment
• Strong understanding of financial governance, business strategy, and risk management
• Ability to offer independent, objective, and strategic input at a senior level
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach
• A robust network within financial services, technology, or investment communities
• Prior experience as a founder, executive, or non-exec in a startup or fintech environment is highly desirable
• MBA or relevant professional qualifications are a plus