Share understanding of economic, social, cultural, and environmental conditions in Wales as they relate to The Crown Estate's functions.
Promote transparency, inclusivity, and mutual respect in Forum discussions
Inform future The Crown Estate strategy for Wales aligned with The Crown Estate’s strategic priorities.
Attend four Forum meetings per year (2 full-day in-person meetings in different Welsh locations; 2 shorter meetings in Cardiff)
Facilitate and support strengthening effective between The Crown Estate and Welsh stakeholders to optimise impact in communities and economy.
Share expertise across your discipline and sector to deliver well-rounded perspectives
Support the Wales Commissioner and Director of Devolved Nations by providing insights that inform their advice to the Board Commissioners.
Work collaboratively with fellow Forum members
Confidentiality & Transparency All Forum members are required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding meeting papers, discussions, and any sensitive information shared during or outside meetings. This ensures that advice can be provided candidly and that The Crown Estate can consider recommendations without external influence.
Review papers and materials in advance (typically provided 5 working days before meetings)
Develop your network across sectors in Wales
Contribute to Wales's future prosperity through ensuring that the work of the Crown Estate support the delivery of Welsh Government priorities. In the near term, this is likely to include the delivery of renewable energy and Floating Offshore wind in Wales and supporting best practice in the managing best practice of assets in Wales.
Listen to and reflect the views of communities across Wales to gather meaningful insights and feedback on our activities.
Bring experience of how to deliver impact through operating in the Welsh policy and legislative context – and provide advice on new and emerging policy perspectives that will shape future delivery.
Engage with senior leadership including our Group Leadership Team and Board Members
Requirements
board experience
stakeholder engagement
welsh expertise
sector experience
advisory forums
systems thinking
Absence of significant financial or personal ties to The Crown Estate
Supporting Statement (maximum 1 page) describing:
Board membership or non-executive director experience
Track record of effective stakeholder engagement across sectors
You are either from Wales, based in Wales, and/or have clear links to Wales
Deep understanding of Welsh communities, economy, culture, and political landscape
Covering Letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing:
Initial term: 3 years from appointment
Experience spanning private, public, and/or third sectors
Experience providing advice in consultative forums, boards, or advisory groups
Your links to Wales (personal, professional, or community)
Time commitment: Approximately 6-8 days per year including meeting preparation and high profile networking events.
Ability to provide objective, balanced, and politically impartial advice
Willingness to declare any potential conflicts via The Crown Estate's Declaration of Interests process
CV (maximum 3 pages) highlighting your Welsh connection, relevant expertise, and advisory/governance experience
Social and economic impact and/or experience of Community engagement
Demonstrated commitment to delivering positive impact in Wales through professional or community engagement
Systems thinking and understanding of complex stakeholder dynamics
Benefits
Meetings: 4 per year (2 full-day in-person, 2 shorter meetings with video conferencing available)
Receive £5,000 per annum, paid monthly, for your expertise and time
Annual fee: £5,000 per annum
Extension: Possible 1-year extension subject to satisfactory performance review and continued independence
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
competitive interview assessing essential and desirable criteria
reference checks
conflicts of interest assessment
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
reference checks
conflicts of interest assessment
Company
Overview
£15.8 billion
Asset Base
The company manages a substantial financial portfolio worth £15.8 billion.
£742.6 million
Annual Revenue
Its annual revenue reached £742.6 million in 2023.
185,000 acres
Rural Holdings
The company owns and manages over 185,000 acres of farmland, forests, and minerals.
Born from an Act of Parliament in 1760, it has evolved into a modern steward of land, property, and seabed across the UK.
Its portfolio spans rural acres of farmland, forests, and minerals; iconic urban hubs like Regent Street and St James’s; and marine seabed rights.
It develops and regenerates places—mixing science parks, housing, and leisure destinations—bringing new life to towns and cities.
It is a power player in offshore wind and marine energy, managing seabed leasing and supporting floating windfarms.
Its urban precincts—West End, regional retail, workplaces, and residences—combine heritage with modern development.
Unique among landowners, it manages Windsor Great Park and the Windsor Estate, blending conservation with commercial use.
A distinctive model: it operates commercially and returns all profit to the Treasury while working in the national interest.
Culture + Values
Caring. We look after the world around us and each other. We treat people, places and the environment with care.
Together. We work together and with others to deliver on our purpose. We focus on understanding the real needs of those around us.
Creative. Creativity enables us to unlock new ideas and solve problems. We embrace original thinking and the best ideas.
Impactful. Positive impact and financial performance go hand in hand. We align our actions with our purpose and make a difference.
Environment + Sustainability
15% Reduction
Energy Consumption
Achieved a 15% reduction in energy consumption in 2023/24 compared to the 2021/22 baseline.
11.8 GW
Offshore Wind Capacity
Operational offshore wind capacity is sufficient to power nearly 11 million homes.
300 km hedgerows
Afforestation Efforts
Planted 300 km of new hedgerows and 280 hectares of woodland as part of environmental restoration initiatives.
£20 million
Rural Environment Fund
Invested £20 million in environmental restoration and rural development programs.
Supports carbon capture and storage via seabed leasing, aligned with UK government’s Sixth Carbon Budget, aiming for four active CO₂ storage sites by 2030.
Seagrass, oyster, kelp, and native oyster restoration supported via Whole-of-Seabed and OWEC programmes.
Net zero target aligns with UK’s 2050 goal; net zero update published in April 2025, featuring science-based emissions-reduction targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
Representative Diversity & Inclusion group focused on eliminating systemic bias, race/ethnicity/culture, LGBT+, gender, and accessibility.
Disability Confident Level 2 employer with guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates.
Focus on increasing representation of Black and Asian communities and LGBT+ at senior leadership.
Gender equality awareness and action on inequality, bias, identity.
Accessibility partnerships with AccessAble, Purple and Business Disability Forum; developing accessibility guides for destinations.