Board Member – ReLondon Board

Do you want to help transform London’s waste management landscape and accelerate the transition to a Circular Economy?

The Mayor of London is inviting applications for the position of Board Member on ReLondon’s Board of Directors (London Waste and Recycling Board).

The Mayor of London and ReLondon (a partnership of the Mayor of London and London’s local authorities) is committed to improve waste and resource management in the capital and accelerate our transition to a low carbon circular city. ReLondon’s mission is to make London a global leader in sustainable ways to live, work and prosper by helping London waste less and reuse, repair, share and recycle more.

Over the last fifteen years, ReLondon has helped provide additional recycling capacity in London; helped local authorities provide efficient waste services; and, against a backdrop of declining recycling rates nationally, helped London maintain its recycling performance. ReLondon works with a multitude of individuals and organisations in London, across the UK and around the world, and has become recognised as a world leader in Circular Economy thinking and practice.

ReLondon is looking to develop and diversify their income streams to include more commercial offers and paid for services, as well as targeted statutory funding. This is an area of work which needs growth in order to be financially sustainable and deliver against statutory objectives. It is a significant challenge and so we are seeking leaders in this field to bring their knowledge, skills and experience of developing successful income streams in similar organisations in the public or NGO sectors.

 

Main purpose of the role

ReLondon’s Board develop the overall strategic direction of ReLondon (the London Waste and Recycling Board); promote ReLondon’s vision, values and culture and to help ensure the implementation strategic plans; and provide good governance and make strategic decisions on the allocation of resources.

The Board is responsible for developing strategy, providing good governance and directing ReLondon towards achieving its mission. They are advised by the Strategic Resources Committee on financial and people matters but decisions are made by the Board.

You will need to attend four formal Board meetings per year, plus occasional workshops to develop the organisation’s strategy and business plans. Meetings will be a mix of hybrid and in person.

Whilst you do not need to be an expert in circular economy or waste and resources, interest and a passion to tackle climate change will be required.

 

Responsibilities of the Board:

·       Contributing to the continuing development of the strategic direction of ReLondon and providing constructive criticism as appropriate

·       Ensuring ReLondon pursues its stated objectives as laid out in its business plan and that they are aligned with ReLondon’s statutory strategic aims and standing orders

·       With advice from the Strategic Resources Committee, ensuring the necessary resources are in place for ReLondon to meet its objectives and are used effectively to achieve ReLondon’s aims

·       With advice from the Strategic Resources Committee, ensuring the accounts accurately reflect financial performance and ReLondon is compliant in its financial reporting

·       Review ReLondon’s risk register ensuring satisfactory actions are being taken to mitigate identified risks

·       Working as an ambassador for ReLondon with a wide range of stakeholders and representing the interests of London and Londoners

·       Demonstrate high standards of corporate governance at all times

·       Ensuring that London Councils/The Mayor of London are kept informed of any changes which are likely to impact on the strategic direction of ReLondon

 

More information about our current Board and Strategic Resources Committee can be found here.

 

To support ReLondon in delivering these goals we are looking for someone with the capability to contribute in the following areas:

·       Robust strategic thinking and understanding of policy development in a leadership context

·       A sound knowledge and understanding of governance responsibilities

·       Demonstrable networking skills and willingness to engage contacts for the benefit of ReLondon

·       Strong financial acumen and commercial experience would be an advantage

·       An understanding of environmental issues with experience in or knowledge of one or more of:

o   Circular economy principles and implementation

o   Green business innovation and economic growth

o   Waste collection and disposal services

o   Models of keeping resources out of waste streams (ie reuse, repair, recycling, material recovery)

o   Financial and commercial aspects of service delivery

o   Environmental protection

o   Operating within a local, regional or national government framework

London's diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to reflect it in all board appointments. The aim is that ReLondon’s Board should reflect London’s diversity so we welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in the environmental sector.

For information on the role of Board Member and application criteria, download the Applicant Pack and Board Member Information Pack. Further information can also be found on our webpage here.

 

How to Apply

Candidates are asked to submit a CV and covering letter via the online application system (max 1000 words) giving details of the relevant experience that equips you to serve as a ReLondon Board Member. Please address the experience, skills and competencies provided in the role specification (see Applicant pack).

Please ensure your CV contains the name and contact details of two people who are willing to provide a reference for you.

Please include in your covering letter any relevant information regarding your eligibility for appointment and any Directorships or other positions you currently hold.

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Tom Harris at: tom.harris@london.gov.uk no later than 2^nd July 2025 or for further details about ReLondon see About us - ReLondon.

 

If you have any queries regarding the application process or if you require information in an alternative format, please email BoardResourcing@london.gov.uk quoting reference REBM/0625

 

Please note, offers will subject to a satisfactory Social Media and DBS check.

Application closing date: 6^th July 2025
Interviews will take place w/c 4^th August 2025