Board Recruitment

Strong boards shape stronger organisations. We help you appoint Chairs and Trustees who bring the right balance of skills, lived experience and perspective to guide your mission forward. 

Why choose Cadence for Board Recruitment?

Our approach goes beyond filling seats. We build diverse, effective boards that lead with integrity, accountability and purpose.

Inclusive by design

We challenge traditional board recruitment models by opening access and reducing barriers – helping you reach exceptional candidates from a wider range of backgrounds.

Deep sector expertise

Our team works across charities, foundations, membership bodies and public organisations. We understand the balance of governance, strategy and impact that effective boards demand.

Authentic diversity at the core

Representation matters. We partner with you to identify the voices, skills and experiences your board needs to reflect the communities you serve.

Transparent and supportive

From start to finish, you’ll have clear communication, inclusive materials and accessible candidate experiences.

Our process

Every organisation is different, so we tailor our approach – from full executive search to focused, ‘lite’ support. What never changes is our attention to detail, our inclusive lens and our commitment to getting it right.

Briefing and planning

We start by understanding your organisation’s purpose, culture and governance priorities, then co-create an inclusive brief and recruitment plan.

Inclusive search and outreach

Combining network engagement, targeted research and community partnerships, we reach beyond the usual circles to identify a diverse mix of potential Trustees and Chairs.

Assessment and longlisting

We evaluate candidates against agreed skills, values and lived experience criteria, ensuring fair and transparent decision-making.

Engagement and selection

We support structured interviews, inclusive panel design and consistent scoring frameworks so every candidate has a fair opportunity to shine.

Appointment and induction

For full-service projects, we advise on appointment logistics, onboarding and induction support to set new board members up for success.

Throughout the process, we ensure transparency, communication and alignment between your strategic goals and your governance needs.

Recent Placements

We’re proud to have supported a wide range of organisations to strengthen their governance and representation at board level.

How we work with you

Our approach is collaborative, values-led and grounded in trust.

We will:

  • Act as strategic partners, not just recruiters.
  • Advise on board composition, skills audits and inclusive governance practices.
  • Be transparent about process, timelines and candidate experience.
  • Encourage ambition and challenge assumptions.
  • Uphold discretion, respect and integrity at every stage.

Whether you need one new Trustee or a full governance refresh, we’ll help you shape a board equipped for the future.

Ready to strengthen your board?

If you believe diverse, inclusive leadership leads to better governance, we’d love to help you find the right people to guide your mission.