Non-Executive Director

Join to apply for the Non-Executive Director role at Finance Earth. Finance Earth is the UK’s leading environmental impact investment advisor and FCA‑regulated fund manager. We partner with a range of organisations to protect and restore the environment using market‑based mechanisms. We design and implement bespoke financing solutions and develop high‑impact investments that mobilise investment for nature, climate, and communities. We are an employee‑owned social enterprise and have advised on over 100 projects, operate in more than 35 countries, and have mobilised over £100 million for environmental impact.

Finance Earth is a recognised leader in the UK’s emerging nature markets, supporting the Government’s aims to scale private investment into nature recovery in England to at least £500 million a year by 2027, and over £1 billion by 2030. We have a growing international presence, delivering programmes such as the UK Government‑backed Carbon Accelerator Programme for the Environment (CAPE) with FSD Africa and our recently launched Blue Catalyst Fund with Fair Carbon Foundation.

The Role

We are seeking two to three individuals with significant experience at Executive or Non‑Executive level across large corporate or philanthropic organisations to join our exceptional Board. As Board members, you will provide strategic oversight, independent challenge, and specialist advice to the executive team, ensuring Finance Earth operates in line with best‑practice governance, regulatory requirements, and its mission‑led purpose. The expected time commitment is approximately 10 FTE days per annum, including Board meetings, committee work, and ad‑hoc engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership
  • Provide strategic leadership to Finance Earth in collaboration with the Executive team and the Chair.
  • Inspire the Executive and peers through the promotion of the organisation’s vision, mission, and values.
  • Support the Chair and Executive in driving the development, delivery, and growth of Finance Earth’s offerings, with a particular focus on expanding impact, global presence, brand awareness, and market reputation.
  • Ensure the financial and wider sustainability of Finance Earth and uphold excellent governance.
• Governance
  • Support the recruitment process of new Board members and senior team members, as required.
  • Participate in annual executive leadership off‑sites to align on strategy, values, and execution priorities.
  • Ensure the company meets statutory and regulatory obligations; monitor the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance, and risk management systems.
• Relationship with the Executive
  • Foster a relationship centred on honesty, trust, transparency, and shared goals.
  • With the Chair, set, review, and monitor key operational metrics and business performance indicators.
  • With the Chair, set and assess performance objectives for appropriate members of the Finance Earth team.
  • Support succession planning, mentoring, and leadership capacity building throughout the organisation.
  • Assess and challenge strategic assumptions and risk factors, holding the Executive team accountable for achieving strategic and financial metrics.
• External Representation
  • Act as an ambassador for Finance Earth’s work and organisation.
  • Support growth and visibility through mobilising networks and senior‑level external representation.
  • Maintain relationships with external stakeholders in the UK and internationally.
  • Act as a spokesperson for the organisation when appropriate.
  • Represent Finance Earth at external functions, meetings, and events.

Specific Skills And Experience

• Corporate Experience
  • Proven experience in large corporates with an active approach to sustainability.
  • Extensive experience in sustainability teams, with a strong understanding of climate, biodiversity, water, social issues and sustainability strategies.
  • Knowledge of nature and carbon finance and practical experience of Net Zero and Nature Positive initiatives.
  • Strategic insight at board level, bringing innovative approaches from a corporate perspective.
• Philanthropic Experience
  • Proven experience in large philanthropic organisations, charities or NGOs targeting nature and conservation funding.
  • Extensive experience in sustainability within a philanthropic setting.
  • Understanding of nature and carbon finance in a philanthropic context.
  • Strategic insight at board level, with innovative approaches from a philanthropic perspective.
• Personal Attributes
  • Objective, independent challenge while remaining collaborative and constructive.
  • Sound strategic judgement, anticipating risk and opportunity.
  • Commercial awareness and strong commitment to purpose and impact.
  • Effective relationship building with Board colleagues and executives.
  • Clear, credible, and diplomatic communication across diverse stakeholders.

The Rewards

• Annual Bonus Participation
  • Non‑Executive Directors participate in a discretionary annual bonus scheme linked to revenue targets. The bonus pool is calculated based on the equivalent number of days worked per year at a rate of £400 per day per Director; the Chair determines each allocation yearly.
• Equity Participation
  • Non‑Executive Directors collectively hold 3% equity. Dividends, typically declared annually, representing 3% of distributions will be shared equally among the Directors.

How to Apply

Apply by Sunday 11th January 2026. Submit a comprehensive CV and a cover letter noting relevant experience and interest in joining Finance Earth’s Board.

Equal Opportunities Employer

Finance Earth is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise their full potential. Our diverse workforce reflects a broad cross‑section of disciplines and backgrounds.