What is expected of non-executive directors? A non-executive director (NED) plays an important part in many organisations. Because non-executive directors aren’t actually employees of a company, they have a unique role that’s slightly different than a traditional executive who is part of the management team. Whether you’re thinking about becoming a non-executive director or…
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More executive boards are realizing that a non-executive director (NED) can be one of their greatest assets. However, there are oftentimes situations in which a NED’s performance can and should lead to dismissal. To learn more about this important issue, be sure to review the brief guide that appears below: When To Dismiss A NED.…
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The differences between NED’s in the public sector and NEDs in the private sector is not a greatly researched topic. However, it is immensely important to understand the distinctions between the roles, subsequently allowing both, boards and non-executives to understand how non-executives may be able to cross the divide that exists in the two different…
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The appointment of a non-executive director is a contract for services and not a contract of employment. The NED or non-executive contract or agreement is referred as a letter of appointment and some key elements should be included. The article highlights some of the terms that incoming non-executive directors should expect when they review the…
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More and more people are contemplating careers as non-executive director. If you have given any consideration to working in this role, you should note that there are a plethora of rules and regulations that are typically considered to be must follow guidelines within this sphere. To learn more about these must follow NED guidelines, be…
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One non-executive position that is often viewed with an exceptional amount of ambiguity is the assignment to the remuneration committee. The remuneration committee is a board within the board that is established for the purpose of ensuring that all remuneration arrangements work within the structure of the business strategy for the purpose of the motivation,…
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How did I secure my non-executive appointment? Network, network, network Are you looking to secure your next board appointment, there are 3 avenues for you to consider. One of them is: networking. With this thought in mind, be sure to review the following networking strategies so you can optimise your search for roles. …
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Culture and ethics in the boardroom: the ethical compass of the company. Your role as a non-executive director and board members Business scandals and corporate collapses may be the direct result of poor ethics. Each scandal leads to a call for a higher standard of business ethics, further regulations and training in ethics. It is…
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When it comes to understanding the role of a non-executive director, there seems to be a significant amount of nebulosity. There is also a shroud of mystification around the multifaceted role of the NED, which tends to discourage many competent executives from seeking NED positions with companies. There is no doubt that the evolving economic…
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The board of directors is chosen to act on the behalf of the company’s shareholders in order to manage the daily affairs of the business. Overall, the board is held responsible regarding the shareholders and holds a yearly meeting each year whereby the directors have to give a report to them concerning the company’s performance,…
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