We’re 1st Central, a market-leading insurance company utilising smart data and technology at pace. Rapid growth has been based on giving our 1.4 million customers exactly what they want: great value insurance with an excellent service. And that’s the same for our colleagues too; we won Insurance Employer of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2024 and our Glassdoor score is pretty mega too!
We’re currently seeking a Non-Executive Director for our First Central Underwriting Board. You’ll be based in Gibraltar & you’ll need to have experience in a Non-Executive Director role within the financial services industry.
Ideally, we’re looking for Senior Independent Director and therefore you’ll act as a sounding board for the Chair and provide them support in the delivery of their objectives, engage directly with shareholders, including attending meetings with major shareholders to gain a balanced understanding of their views.
Responsibilities:
Meetings
- Support the Chair in ensuring there are sufficient resources available to the Board (i.e. that the directors receive accurate, timely and clear information to enable the Board to take sound decisions, monitor effectively and to promote the success of the company); and provide an assessment as to the quality and sufficiency of the resources available to the Chair in the fulfilment of his/her role.
Governance
Act as an internal liaison for the Chair by providing an independent and approachable channel for directors to discuss concerns, governance issues, or generally seek assurances
Serve as an intermediary for other directors and shareholders in disputes, or complaints that involve the Chair, playing a critical role in conflict resolution when normal channels of communication have failed or are inappropriate in the circumstances
Participate in succession planning for the Chair, offering input to the Group Remuneration & Nominations Committee, except in cases where the SID is being considered as a candidate for Chair
Lead the evaluation of the Chair’s performance including, among other things:
- a general assessment of the Chair’s performance, including whether the Chair has fulfilled their responsibilities as set out in their role description;
- taking soundings via email, or holding annual meetings with the Non-Executive Directors, without the Chair present, to appraise the Chair’s performance. This should include the views of the Executive Directors;
- where appropriate attending meetings with major shareholders and other stakeholders to listen to their views and develop their understanding of relevant issues and concerns; and
- reviewing the effectiveness of board meetings, including the quality and timeliness of papers for the board as well as the conduct of the meetings themselves.
What can we do for you?
People first. Always. We’re passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so that’s what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic, inspirational, supportive. To get a taste of the advantages you’ll enjoy, take a look at all our perks in full here.
Intrigued? Our Talent team can tell you everything you need to know about what we want and what we’re offering, so feel free to get in touch.
