Letter of Appointment - Non-Executive Director

A Letter of Appointment is a critical step in the process of the election of a Director.  It ensures the formality of the appointment, and is the first document a Board member will receive outlining some key issues affecting their ability to carry out their role.  The letter should set out matters such as:

• disclosure of interests 
• term of appointment 
• role time commitments 
• appraisal 
• insurance 
• advice
• consent 
• other Drectors' details

The Letter of Appointment is a very important first step in having the Director engage with the Board.  It is a wonderful opportunity that should be grasped and used to the advantage of the Board and its long-term operations.