Non Executive Director (Legal Experience)

Badminton England; Wolverton; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A national sports organization in the UK is looking for a Non-Executive Director with strategic legal expertise to join their Board. The role is non-remunerated but offers reimbursement for expenses. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in corporate law and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This opportunity allows for significant influence in the governance of badminton-related activities in England.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer, solicitor, or barrister.
• Significant experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Prior board-level or senior advisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sports industry legal issues.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support the work of the Badminton England board.
• Attend up to 6 board meetings per year.
• Reimburse expenses for Board and ambassadorial activities.

Skills

Strategic legal experience

Experience in complex organisations

Understanding of corporate governance

High-profile environment experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Recognised law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

INTRODUCTION

Badminton England is seeking to co‑opt a Non‑Executive Director, ideally with legal experience.

Badminton England is in an exciting period of delivering our vision. In 2023 we launched our ambitious 10‑year strategy “ASport for Everyone” and we are looking for a non‑executive director, preferably with legal experience to join our Board and help us deliver this ambition.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The co‑opted NED role will commence in role immediately following appointment and ratification by the Board. It is intended that the successful candidate will be put forwards for election at the Badminton England AGM in June 2026.

The successful candidate will be appointed for an initial term of 3 years which may be renewed for a maximum of 3 terms. It is expected that Non‑Executive Directors will be required to commit the equivalent of up to 15 days per year. This will consist of attending up to 6 board meetings per year, as well as attending key events. Most meetings take place at National Badminton Centre, Milton Keynes or online.

The role is non‑remunerated, but Badminton England will reimburse expenses for Board and ambassadorial activities.

We are an organisation that is committed to embedding inclusive practice both within Badminton England and the wider badminton community. We want to ensure that everyone can access and enjoy the sport of badminton regardless of their gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, background, or circumstances.

Whilst the appointments will be made entirely on merit based on skills and experience, Badminton England strongly encourages applications from candidates from under‑represented groups, particularly disabled people, diverse ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ community and females.

Badminton England is seeking a candidate with strategic legal expertise who can support the work of the Badminton England board.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Experience:

• Strategic legal experience – including commercial and contract law.
• Experience of complex organisations with multiple stakeholders.
• An understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of a corporate body with governance structures.
• Experience of working in a high‑profile environment, with an understanding of managing press, communications and reputation.

Person Specification:

• Qualified lawyer, solicitor or barrister with a recognised law degree (LLB or equivalent).
• Significant experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Prior board‑level or senior advisory experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of the sporting landscape and legal issues facing the sports industry.
• Someone who upholds the highest standards of integrity and probity.
• Ability to absorb complex information and provide Board level guidance and counsel.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Willingness to challenge in a constructive manner and to be proactive in supporting the board to achieve its objectives.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to speak candidly with tact and diplomacy.

You can see the full list of responsibilities and the person specification in our Candidate Pack.

KEY INFORMATION

Salary: Reasonable Expenses

Application Process:

Closing Date for Applications: Monday, 5th January 2026, 9am

Please send us your CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements relevant to this role. Please also include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and the value that your expertise will add to the role of Non‑Executive Director of Badminton England.

Please also include the details of two referees who can speak authoritatively about you, together with a brief statement of the capacity and over what period they have known you. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.

The closing date for applications is Monday 5th January, 9am.

Please send your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close or withdraw the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, therefore if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews will take place on Monday 19th January 2026 at the National Badminton Centre, Milton Keynes.