Nottinghamshire General Committee - It Could Be You! But Not This Guy

22/10

Graeme Swann has stepped down from the General Committee of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club.
 
The former England and Nottinghamshire off-spinner served throughout the 2025 and 2026 seasons following success in the election results announced at the club’s 2025 Annual General Meeting.

Nottinghamshire CCC Chairman, Andy Hunt, said: “Graeme is quite simply one of the best players, characters and ambassadors to have represented our club and our country and his contribution to Nottinghamshire is significant.

“We’re obviously disappointed to lose someone of Graeme’s calibre, but we respect his choice and wish him the very best for the future.

“He will forever be a friend of the club, for his commitment and exploits both on and off the field over a number of years, and he will always be welcome at Trent Bridge.”

Swann, 47, made the decision to step away owing to competing demands on his time with his media and coaching commitments forcing frequent travel and periods of intense working.

“This wasn’t an easy decision to make, but it’s one I feel I have to as my schedule has become particularly pressing,” said Swann.

“I hold Nottinghamshire in extremely high regard and it’s been an honour to serve on the General Committee.”

20.09 Advertised on Pravda

Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club is seeking four exceptional individuals to join the club's General Committee from March 2027.

Since 2020, the club's Nominations Panel has worked diligently to ensure our General Committee possesses the necessary skills, experience and diversity to lead the club effectively into the future.

We’re keen to hear from people who are passionate about the club and who can bring different experiences, ideas and perspectives to its future. You don’t need to be a cricket expert, or to have previous board experience to apply.

 

The Role

The General Committee helps shape the club's long-term direction, provides stewardship of its assets on behalf of the membership, and monitors performance against agreed budgets and plans. These voluntary, non-executive positions require attendance at monthly General Committee meetings and relevant sub-committees.

Committee members play an important role in helping to ensure the club remains a thriving, sustainable and successful members' organisation for future generations. The role involves listening to and contributing to discussions, providing constructive challenge, supporting good decision-making, and helping the club respond effectively to opportunities and challenges.

We are looking for people who can bring sound judgement, valuable experience, fresh perspectives and a commitment to the club's long-term success.  

 

What We're Looking For

We are seeking individuals who can bring skills, knowledge and experience in areas such as governance and compliance, strategic oversight, leadership, finance, risk management, stakeholder engagement, communication and collaborative working.

We are not expecting candidates to have experience in every area. Valuable contributions come from a wide range of professional, voluntary and lived experiences.

As a members' club, it is important that our governance benefits from a range of perspectives that reflect both our membership and the wider community.

 

Joining the Committee

There are two routes via which you can join the Committee:

 

Elected Route

If you wish to stand for election, you must have been a member of the club and entitled to vote for a continuous period of not less than two years on 31 October 2026.

 

Nominated Route

The Nominations Panel actively searches for suitable candidates beyond our current membership. Applicants via this route need not be current members but must join the club if successful.

 

How to Apply

All candidates must complete an application form, which can be completed here...

This year, our online application process is being administered on our behalf by PIN Communications, a leading election services and communications provider. Shortly after completing your online application, you will receive a copy of your submission via email.

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the application form, please email linda.allen@trentbridge.co.uk. Hard copies should be returned to the Chief Executive via: Linda Allen, Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 6AG.

The deadline for applications is 5pm on 1 November 2026. Kindly note that we prefer online submissions where possible.

The detailed role profile outlining competencies and expectations is available here...

 

Selection Process

All candidates will be interviewed by the Nominations Panel in December 2026 or January 2027. The Panel will appoint two non-executive directors, with the remaining two positions decided by membership election. Eligible members may apply through both routes.