Lay Directors of the Governing Board (x2) £200 - £250 per day, plus expenses Part-time, hybrid working with occasional travel to London The British Acupuncture Council is seeking to recruit two Lay Directors to join our Governing Board to replace the directors who stood down in 2025. The ideal candidates will have previous experience as a non-executive director or trustee of a charity, company or community interest company, an understanding of regulatory compliance requirements and the experience of working with a strategic risk management structure. The successful applicants will also have a keen interest in acupuncture and a passion for promoting it as a valid healthcare choice. Person specification and skills: Clear, strategic thinker. Ability to think creatively. Strong diplomacy and listening skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality under the GDPR and data protection legislation. Ability to demonstrate integrity, objectivity, accountability, and openness. Good, independent judgement and willingness to speak their mind and be prepared to make unpopular recommendations to the Governing Board. Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a Director: Ability to work effectively in a team and accept collective responsibility for decisions taken. Commitment to the BAcC and its objectives. Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the BAcC, with a focus on your area of expertise. Additionally,