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British Wrestling is the national governing body for one of the UK's fastest-growing sports. With over 50% of our diverse membership coming from lower socio-economic backgrounds, we are driven by a mission to build a unified, thriving wrestling family that changes lives and supports social mobility.

As we launch our ambitious "Unleashing Potential (2025-2030)" strategy, we are seeking a skilled and committed Independent Non-Executive Director (Finance) to join our Board. This is a pivotal leadership position providing strategic financial oversight to ensure the sustainability and effective resource management of an organisation with a turnover of approximately £750,000 per annum.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Oversight: Reviewing financial plans and management reports to provide informed advice to the Board.
• Leadership: Chairing the Finance and Audit Committee and overseeing the annual audit.
• Governance: Ensuring high standards of financial probity and compliance with the Code for Sports Governance.
• Ambassadorship: Acting as a credible representative for British Wrestling with stakeholders and members.
• You do not need to be an expert in wrestling, but you must have a genuine passion for the power of sport.

We are looking for:

• Qualified Professionals: A recognised accounting qualification with significant post-qualification experience.
• Strategic Thinkers: Experience in company financial strategy, policy development, and board-level decision-making.
• Commercial Mindsets: Acumen to advise on income diversification, sponsorship, and new commercial ventures.
• Inclusive Leaders: A proven track record of promoting diversity and inclusion.

Further Information

Full details are available in the recruitment pack on the British Wrestling website. 

Details at a Glance Term: 4 years (with the possibility of a second term).

Time Commitment: Approximately 1 day per month. Location: Meetings are a mix of in-person (Manchester/London), hybrid, and online. Remuneration: Expenses covered in line with policy.

British Wrestling is committed to diversity. We warmly welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds, particularly those currently under-represented in sports leadership.

To apply, please submit a detailed CV and a covering letter (max 2 pages) highlighting your suitability to admin@britishwrestling.org.

Deadline: Monday 27th April 2026.

Apply for role

Closing date: 27th April 2026