Governance Committee Member

Badminton is a sport for everyone. At Badminton England, we want to make our sport the most inclusive and accessible sport in the country. We are at the heart of a thriving badminton community, nurturing a lifelong passion for our sport, delivering inspirational moments and welcoming everyone who wants to get involved, whatever their age, ability or background.

With more than a million people playing badminton every month in England, badminton is the nation’s most played racket sport and one of the country’s most popular sports overall. We want to inspire everyone to play more, support the sport and love, live and breathe badminton.

Our values guide everything we do:

• We do what matters – we are courageous and honest, always putting the best interests of badminton first.

• We include intentionally – we create safe and connected environments that welcome open and diverse views.

• We play for each other – we listen, respond to feedback and celebrate the successes of our sport and communities.

We aim to do today brilliantly – we innovate and challenge the status quo through collaboration, active listening and encouragement of others.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join our Governance Committee and help shape the future of badminton in England.

As a member of the Governance Committee, you will support the Committee’s delegated responsibilities and help ensure its work aligns with Badminton England’s strategy, policies, Articles of Association, the Code for Sports Governance and relevant legal, regulatory and funding requirements. The role provides assurance, advice and constructive challenge to the Board across governance, integrity, compliance, people, culture, disciplinary governance, safeguarding and equality, diversity and inclusion.

What You'll Be Involved In

As part of the Governance Committee, you will:

• Support oversight of Badminton England’s governance and compliance framework.

• Contribute to the development and monitoring of the annual governance plan and associated key performance indicators.

• Provide expertise and guidance on equality, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding matters within the Committee’s remit.

• Support oversight of disciplinary governance arrangements, helping to ensure fair and consistent processes.

• Offer advice, insight and constructive challenge on governance-related matters.

• Participate in governance projects that support the organisation’s strategic priorities.

• Support clear reporting and assurance to the Board, including recommendations and progress updates.

If you have a passion for sport and a desire to be part of something bigger why not take a look at our full Candidate brief

About You:

We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Governance

• Compliance

• People and culture

• Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)

• Safeguarding

• Disciplinary governance

You will also have:

• The ability to provide strategic oversight, assurance, advice and constructive challenge.

• Experience of developing, reviewing or improving policies and frameworks.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• The confidence to contribute effectively to discussions and decision-making.

A commitment to inclusive and ethical leadership.

Time Commitment:

This is a voluntary role, with reasonable expenses reimbursed in line with Badminton England policy.

• Minimum three-year term, with eligibility for reappointment.

• At least four committee meetings each year, held either in person or via Microsoft Teams.

• Occasional involvement in projects and activities between meetings as required.

Remuneration:

This is a voluntary position. However, reasonable expenses will be reimbursed as per Badminton England’s policy.

Application Process

Candidates should submit their CV, together with a covering letter, outlining:

• Why you would like to join the Governance Committee

• The skills and experience you would bring to the role

Applications will be reviewed following the closing date on Monday 12th October and shortlisted candidates will be invited to an informal interview, which will be conducted by the end of October

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Badminton England is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We encourage applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.