General Secretary - PWN Board

What will you be doing?

Our Board is a vibrant group of senior professionals leading PWN London’s mission to advance gender-balanced leadership. As we enter our 2026 term, we’re seeking a General Secretary to play a central role in keeping our Board connected, organised, and effective.

This is not a traditional administrative role — it’s a strategic coordination position at the heart of our leadership operations. The General Secretary will oversee the organisation of all Board meetings, both in-person and virtual, ensuring they run efficiently and inclusively. This includes scheduling meetings, finding suitable venues for face-to-face sessions, preparing agendas in collaboration with the President, and ensuring minutes and actions are followed up promptly.

The trustee will also be responsible for facilitating communication between Board members and committees, ensuring smooth and transparent information flow. They will help maintain structure and accountability through clear messaging and reminders on platforms such as email, WhatsApp, Google Drive, and other digital collaboration tools.

Additionally, the General Secretary will play an important role in supporting governance — maintaining records, helping with transitions between board years, and ensuring alignment with PWN’s global standards and local goals.

This role suits someone who enjoys creating order, enabling collaboration, and ensuring everyone stays aligned on priorities. It’s an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual who loves communication, problem-solving, and bringing people together.

By joining the Board, the General Secretary will not only ensure seamless operations but also contribute to the success and harmony of a purpose-driven organisation that empowers women leaders and builds a stronger professional community across London and beyond.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an organised, tech-savvy communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal trustee will have strong experience in project coordination, team communication, or event organisation, and enjoy managing multiple priorities with calm efficiency.

Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills are key. The General Secretary should be confident using digital tools such as Zoom, Google Drive, WhatsApp, Slack, or Trello, and comfortable managing group communication across different platforms.

Experience in organising meetings or events — from finding venues to managing logistics and follow-up actions — will be particularly valuable. The ideal person will have a keen eye for detail, strong time management skills, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise.

We’re looking for someone proactive, friendly, and reliable — a person who naturally creates structure and clarity within a busy, high-achieving team. They should enjoy enabling others to succeed and take pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Most importantly, this trustee will be a true team player with a heart for purpose-driven leadership. A passion for gender equality, collaboration, and empowering others will ensure their contribution not only keeps PWN London organised but also strengthens our culture of professionalism, community, and shared impact.

What difference will you make?

The General Secretary plays a vital part in ensuring PWN London runs efficiently and cohesively. With a growing team and ambitious agenda for 2026, effective coordination and communication are more essential than ever.

This trustee will help create the structure that allows ideas to turn into action. By organising meetings, managing communications, and ensuring Board accountability, they will free up leaders to focus on strategy, partnerships, and impact. Their work will ensure that decisions are well-documented, timelines are respected, and collaboration flows effortlessly.

By coordinating both virtual and in-person meetings, this role also strengthens the human connection within the Board — helping maintain engagement, energy, and unity among members who often have busy professional lives.

Ultimately, the General Secretary ensures the heartbeat of PWN London remains steady and strong. Their attention to detail and proactive communication will keep our organisation aligned, efficient, and ready to deliver on its mission to empower women and promote leadership equality.