Are you passionate about shaping a sustainable future for wool? Apply now for a British Wool board position…
Non-Executive Board Member Nominations and Elections
Are you passionate about shaping a sustainable future for wool and eager to make a real difference in the farming community? We invite you to join us as a Regional Farmer / Producer member (non-executive director) on the British Wool board…
Join Our Board
At British Wool, we're all about maximising returns for our farmer members. We're entering an exciting phase, raising awareness about the sustainability and value of British wool while remaining focused on cutting operational costs and boosting returns to provide a more secure future for every farmer member.
With the world waking up to sustainability, reducing plastic use, and enhancing traceability, there's never been a better time to grow the value of British wool. We’re looking for farmer representatives who can guide us in seizing these opportunities, ensuring long-term value for all our members.
Be a part of our future
If you're a sheep farmer or have a keen interest in the textile industry in the English South West, Scottish Northern or Welsh Southern regions, we’d be delighted for you to join us as a farmer-elected non-executive board member. This paid role requires about 30 days a year to attend meetings and represent British Wool in your region. Elections are set for January 2025, and successful candidates will serve a three-year term beginning 1, April 2025.
We're committed to promoting diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those with valuable off-farm experience.
About us
British Wool is a co-operative, owned by around 35,000 sheep farmers. We collect, grade, and market wool collectively to maximise its value, driving demand through licensing and promotional campaigns. Our board, made up of nine elected members and two independents, is crucial in steering British Wool's strategic direction and ensuring our continued success.
By joining our board, you’re not just taking on a role; you're becoming a key player in shaping the future of the wool industry. We now have more than 160 brands who are members of our brand licensee scheme and demand continues to grow for our traceability scheme. Identifying new uses for British wool and innovation are key and we are delighted to partner with NexGen Tree Guards and support the company in bringing this innovative, new wool-based product to market. Apply today and help lead British Wool towards a brighter, more sustainable and secure future!
Details of the role:
- Non-executive board members are expected to work approximately 30 days a year, attending board meetings and other relevant committee meetings over two to three days each month. They are also expected to represent British Wool in their region.
- Annual remuneration is £9,218 pa. (To increase to £9,679 pa. from 1st May 2025) Reasonable business expenses will also be paid.
- Board meetings are held at head office in Bradford as well as 2-3 offsite meetings around the depot network and a customer visit.
- Successful candidates will receive a full induction and be offered relevant training to assist them in carrying out their duties.
- For more details on this exciting role, visit https://www.britishwool.org.uk/board-members
If you have any questions please contact Board Secretary, Andy Whelan by email:
Nomination process:
Civica Election Services (CES) are administering the nomination process for the Board Member Elections in 2025 on behalf of British Wool.
To submit your nomination online, please complete the form via the 'Start' button on the website: www.cesvotes.com/bwnomsform Nominations will open on Friday 6th December. In order to stand for election you must have the support of a minimum ten eligible members.
Should you require any assistance regarding the nomination form, please contact CES by emailing: [email protected] or calling: +44 (0) 208 889 9203.
For any general enquiries relating to these elections please contact:
BW Head Office – 01274 688666 or via email - Kam Dlay-Lewis - [email protected] / Gareth Jones [email protected]
Online nominations should be received no later than 6pm on Thursday 9th January 2025.