New Non-Executive Board Member openings

Business Isle of Man is seeking expressions of interest from industry representatives to fill up two Non-Executive Board Member openings.

These are non-remunerated posts and provide a unique opportunity to play an integral role in shaping the current and future direction of the Business Agency and supporting the continued growth, diversification and success of the Isle of Man's export and local economies.

About the positions available

For the available positions, we are looking for:

1. Representatives for large retail
2. Individuals with cross industry and cross functional experience that can provide overarching strategic direction to Business Isle of Man initiatives regardless of industry experience.

Please note that this position is also open to individuals based off Island who have the relevant experience, and are willing to be a spokesperson for the Island both locally and internationally.

How to apply

To express your interest in joining our non-executive board please send your CV and accompanying cover letter by emailing us.

Please include the following information in your cover letter:

1. What are your motivations for joining the Business Isle of Man Non-Executive Board?
2. What value will you add to the Business agency based on your past experience.
3. What do you see as the key opportunities for the Business agency in current or emerging industries? Business Isle of Man supports and actively seeks to develop a broad range of sectors alongside our longstanding and successful traditional sectors like Engineering and Manufacturing. A key focus for us is to build on our successes and continuously apply best practice for the diversification and betterment of emerging industries.
4. Please mention what role you would like to opt for (Large retail representative or overarching support) and the relevant skills that support your choice.

Submissions close on 7th October 2024 at midday.

Interviews will be held in the following weeks after submissions close.

For any questions, please contact Tim Cowsill, CEO at Business Isle of Man.

About Business Isle of Man

Business Isle of Man was created to facilitate the support, development and promotion of key sectors involved in the export of physical goods and related services from the Isle of Man, and those operating services within the local economy. Through establishing the Island as a centre of international excellence, its purpose is to deliver long-term sustainable economic growth.

As an Executive Agency within the Department for Enterprise, Business Isle of Man is a public/private partnership, acting as a key decision maker and advisory body for the economic prosperity of its key sectors.

Business Isle of Man's remit includes the sectors below:

• Built Environment
• Cleantech
• Engineering & Manufacturing
• Food & Drink
• Local Economy: retail, hospitality & leisure
• Medicinal Cannabis

More information about the Business Agency and its members is available here: https://www.businessisleofman.com/about-us/

View our 2024 Programme here.