The role of the Board

The Board recognises that the manner in which the Group is governed is critical to the long-term success of the business.

This includes managing all internal day-to-day aspects of the business but also managing the impact the Norse Group has on the wider community and environment. The Board strives to act responsibly in everything it does. The Board is committed to ensuring that high standards of corporate governance are achieved throughout the Group and strongly believes that any corporate governance initiatives need to promote and support good business practices.

Our Board members

  • Andy Wood

    Chair, Non-Executive Director appointed by Norfolk County Council

  • Greg Peck

    Non-Executive Director appointed by Norfolk County Council

  • Justin Galliford

    Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Norse Group Limited

  • Zoe Repman

    Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Norse Group Limited

  • Lord Gary Porter, CBE

    Independent Non-Executive Director

  • Craig Dearden-Phillips

    Independent Non-Executive Director

  • Brian McCarthy

    Independent Non-Executive Director

Our Governance Framework

The governance and operating model of the Norse Group differs significantly from that of privately-owned commercial companies in order to operate a business that complies with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Board recognises that the manner in which the Group is governed is critical to the long-term success of the business.

The Group’s board is made up of Directors of the Norse Group and is chaired by an Executive Director of Norfolk County Council. The Board is supported by three independent Non-Executive Directors who provide challenge and guidance to enhance the Group offerings.

Our advisory committees

The Group’s Audit Committee provides effective governance over the appropriateness of the group’s financial reporting, and the performance of both the Internal and External Audit functions. The Committee also oversees the group’s internal control systems, business risks management and related compliance activities.

The Remuneration and Nomination Committee evaluates the composition, diversity, experience, knowledge, skills and independence of the Board and its committees. This allows the appropriate balance to be maintained and ensures the continued effectiveness of the Board. The Committee also ensures that appropriate succession plans for the Non-Executive Directors, Executive Directors and the group’s senior management are also kept under review, taking into account the challenges and opportunities facing the group, and the diversity, skills and expertise that are therefore required in the future.

All of our Committees are chaired by a Non-Executive Director and directly report back to the Norse Group Board.