About the Role
The company is seeking an accomplished Non-Executive Director (NED) or Advisor with extensive experience in the dental field to join its Board.
The role will provide strategic oversight, clinical expertise and governance support to a dental mergers and acquisitions business. Significant experience in dentistry, particularly within clinical operations and strategic leadership, is required.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Guidance
- Collaborate on the development and review of strategic goals and initiatives focused on the dental sector.
- Provide insights into clinical practices, patient care standards and market trends within the dental industry.
- Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities within the dental sector, particularly in relation to mergers and acquisitions.
Governance & Clinical Oversight
- Ensure adherence to best practices in clinical governance, relevant laws, regulations and corporate governance standards.
- Provide expert guidance on clinical operations, practice management and patient care strategies.
- Advise on integrating clinical and operational practices following acquisitions.
Risk Management & Performance
- Monitor and assess clinical, operational, legal and reputational risks associated with dental practice acquisitions and management.
- Participate in evaluating Board and executive performance.
- Provide constructive feedback and support alignment with the organisation's mission and objectives.
Stakeholder Relations
- Engage with shareholders, investors and other stakeholders regarding the company's strategic direction and performance within the dental sector.
- Act as an ambassador for the company within the dental industry and broader healthcare community.
Qualifications
- Significant experience as a Director or in a similar governance role within the UK dental industry is mandatory.
- Strong understanding of dental practice operations, clinical care and corporate strategy.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic decision-making and oversight within the dental sector.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- High ethical standards and commitment to corporate governance principles.
Time Commitment
8–16 hours per month, predominantly remote, including Board meetings, committee work and strategic discussions.