On behalf of a private equity investor, we are seeking to appoint a Chair for a high-growth utilities infrastructure construction business. The Chair will also ideally invest personally alongside the investor, reinforcing alignment and commitment. This appointment is a central element of the investor’s strategy to strengthen governance, accelerate expansion, and deliver sustainable value creation.
The Role
Working closely with the investor and management team, the Chair will:
- Provide strong board leadership and governance
- Support the execution of the growth plan
- Leverage networks to open new commercial opportunities and partnerships
- Invest personally, ensuring alignment with the private equity partner and management
- Representing the business in critical stakeholder relationships
- Commitment: typically one day per month in board-level activity, with additional involvement during special projects
The Individual
We are seeking an accomplished leader with:
- Significant board-level experience (Chair, Vice Chair, or Senior Independent Director)
- Direct or closely related sector experience (essential)
- A background in private equity-backed businesses (preferred)
- A demonstrable track record of driving growth and transformation.
Remuneration
The package will include:
- Equity participation through personal investment
- Competitive base salary