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Chairperson

Chairpersons lead the board of directors at big organizations. They make sure the board works well together, that decisions are made fairly, and that the organization is run properly and follows the law.

The role

What a chairperson actually does, day to day.

As a chairperson, you are the leader of a board of directors - the group of people who make big decisions about how an organization runs. Your job is to make sure the board does its job well and that everyone is working towards the same goals.

In your typical day, you will plan board meetings and make sure they run smoothly. You will listen to board members' views, help them work together as a team, and make sure the most important decisions get talked about properly. You will also meet with important people like shareholders and managers to hear what they need, and check that the organization is following all the laws and rules it needs to follow. You need to be good at listening, fair-minded, and able to help people find agreement.

A typical week

Day to day

1Leading board meetings and ensuring effective discussion and decision-making.

2Setting the agenda for board meetings and ensuring all necessary topics are covered.

3Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including shareholders, executives, and regulatory bodies.

4Monitoring the performance of the board and individual directors, providing guidance and support.

5Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as corporate governance standards.

6Facilitating the development of the organization’s strategic objectives and long-term goals.

7Representing the organization in public engagements and media appearances.

8Overseeing the recruitment and performance evaluation of the chief executive officer.

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