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What Is a Non-Executive Director (NED)?
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What Is a Non-Executive Director (NED)?

What, specifically, is an independent NED?

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Richard Winfield
Jun 25, 2025
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A Non-Executive Director (NED) is part of the board of a company — but they don’t work full-time in the business.

They are not involved in day-to-day operations.
Instead, they give advice, challenge decisions, and help with the big picture.

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