Our Executive Search team provides a dedicated Independent Non‑Executive Director (INED) and Board Search recruitment service, supporting organisations across Ireland to strengthen governance, oversight and strategic decision-making at Board level.
We advise on the appointment of INEDs, Board Chairs and senior Board members through governance‑led, independent and transparent search processes designed for regulated, complex and scrutiny‑exposed environments.
We support organisations with critical INED and Board appointments, helping them achieve the right balance of independence, experience and judgement at Board level. Our role is to enable well‑informed and defensible appointment decisions that deliver long‑term value.
Working closely with clients, we develop a clear understanding of Board dynamics, organisational context and future priorities, allowing us to identify individuals who can provide meaningful contributions from the outset. We also support Boards with succession, refreshment and forward‑looking capability planning.
Our team has extensive connections and specialises in working across the following sectors:
We support the appointment of Chairs who can provide effective leadership, constructive challenge and strong oversight at Board and Committee level.
We work with clients to review existing Board composition, identify skills gaps and support longer‑term succession and refreshment planning.
All appointments are delivered through governance‑focused, transparent and defensible processes that are aligned with public and private sector best practice.
Our retained search methodology prioritises rigour, quality and long‑term fit rather than speed, ensuring appointments that add real value at Board level.
We provide market insight and talent mapping to support future Board requirements and evolving governance needs.
Our approach is underpinned by an independent, conflict‑free position and a strong focus on quality, rigour and long‑term fit. We support organisations with Board and INED appointments by identifying Board‑ready leaders who demonstrate the confidence, credibility and judgement required to provide effective oversight and constructive challenge at the highest level.
Our methodology is shaped by a deep understanding of Board dynamics, organisational context and governance requirements. We assess candidates not only on skills and experience, but on true independence, behavioural fit and the ability to contribute meaningfully within a Board environment. Supported by our curated network of experienced INEDs and Chairs, this ensures appointments are well‑balanced, defensible and aligned with both regulatory expectations and organisational culture.
As a market leader in Non‑Executive Director recruitment and Board Search in Ireland, Forvis Mazars combines strong local market knowledge with international reach. This unique positioning enables us to deliver robust, insight‑driven searches across a wide range of sectors and organisational contexts, drawing on:
Each engagement is supported by a dedicated project team, providing a single, consistent point of contact and access to robust, technology‑enabled and fully documented processes that are designed to withstand scrutiny and meet the highest standards of governance and compliance.
To discuss upcoming INED, Chair or Board appointments, or to explore how we can support your Board’s governance, oversight and succession priorities, contact our executive search team.
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