Hyperion Executive Search are delighted to be retained by a UK based Charge Point Operator to appoint their new Non-Executive Chair.

The Company

Our Client is a dynamic and rapidly growing company operating in the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure sector. Founded in 2017, the company provides comprehensive solutions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of EV charge points (EVCPs) across the UK and several other jurisdictions. As the leading charge point operator (CPO) in certain regions, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the significant growth opportunities presented by the transition to electric vehicles.

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Non-Executive Chairperson to join our client's board of directors. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the company's strategic direction, ensuring effective governance, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

As the Chair, you will be responsible for:

• Leadership: Providing strategic leadership to the board, setting the agenda, and facilitating productive discussions.
• Governance: Ensuring the highest standards of corporate governance, including compliance with regulations and ethical practices.
• Strategy: Working closely with the CEO and board to develop and implement long-term strategic plans.
• Risk Management: Overseeing risk management processes and mitigating potential risks to the business.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Representing the company in communications with shareholders, investors, regulators, and other external stakeholders.
• Crisis Management: Leading the board through challenging times and providing steady guidance during crises.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience as a Chair or Board member of a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME).
• A strong understanding of the EV industry, whilst not strictly essential, would be advantageous.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with the CEO and other executive team members.
• A strategic mindset and the ability to inspire and motivate the board towards a common goal.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and foster positive relationships.
• A strong focus on risk awareness and mitigation.

The Skills required as Chair

To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following skills and qualities:

• Strategic Thinking: The ability to develop and implement long-term strategic plans.
• Leadership: The ability to lead and inspire a team of directors.
• Governance: A deep understanding of corporate governance principles and best practices.
• Risk Management: The ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks to the business.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Relationship Building: The ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to effectively address challenges and make sound decisions.

The Opportunity

With a healthy injection of capital and a solid cash runway and pipeline of business, this is an excellent opportunity to support our client as it embarks on its next phase of growth. Whether you are a seasoned Chair with experience supporting SME's within the EV and/or energy sector or a senior executive with a wealth of experience and looking to further develop your NED portfolio, I am keen to hear from you. Please apply directly or contact me via stephen.robinson@hyperionsearch.com to arrange an initial discussion.