Non-Executive Members, Ofcom Content Board

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Please note that this role will close at 00.01 on Monday 29 June 2026 and therefore we advise getting your application in by no later than midnight on Sunday 28 June.

To apply and be considered for interview stage, your application must include a CV and covering letter. Your covering letter must give evidence of how you successfully meet the key skills and competencies. Your letter should be no more than four sides of A4 in length.

Ofcom is the regulator for the UK communications industries, with responsibilities across television, radio, video-on-demand, online safety, telecommunications, wireless communications and postal services. With the broadcasting sector rapidly transforming and digital platforms redefining how audiences engage with content, Ofcom is seeking up to two non-‑executive members eager to contribute to shaping regulation for this evolving landscape, bringing independent insight and a diverse range of perspectives.

On this occasion, we would be interested to receive applications from people with experience working in sectors such as video streaming, podcasting, independent production and content creation.

Purpose of the role

Ofcom has been providing protection and assurance for audiences across television, radio and video-on-demand for many years. Increasingly, these issues are set within the wider context of changes in communications markets. As audiences increasingly move online, a key part of our work is to consider the challenges this poses for viewers and listeners and for the sectors that we regulate. Ofcom’s Content Board plays an important role in delivering this work and in helping shape future approaches to content regulation. This is an exciting time to join us and help shape policy in a fast-changing regulatory environment.  

Purpose of the Content Board

The Content Board is a Committee of Ofcom’s Main Board and is charged with understanding, analysing and championing the voices and interests of the viewer, the listener and citizen. The Content Board advises the Ofcom Board on decisions relating to content matters, including considering the interests of different parts of the UK, and also content-related matters that intersect between the regulatory regimes for the broadcast and video on-demand sectors and the regulatory regime for online safety. Content Board members generally form part of the rota for giving advisory opinions on Ofcom content standards decisions and, depending upon experience, may be asked to give advice to the Executive on other specialist matters. 

Skills and Competencies

To apply to join the Content Board you will need to show in your covering letter how you meet many of the key competencies below. No previous experience of being a non-executive member is necessary.

• a good understanding of the principles and practice of content regulation, preferably gained from the industry side;  

• an excellent understanding of broadcasting and video on-demand policy, content-related issues across different platforms, regulatory issues, the UK media policy landscape and relevant international context; 

• an understanding of the needs and interests of viewers, listeners and citizens;

• a sound judgement and decision-making to ensure successful delivery in a highly complex organisation; 

• strong communication skills to make an effective contribution to the discussions of a high-level public body; and

• personal integrity of a high order; demonstrable understanding of Ofcom’s need to make independent and impartial judgements under pressure. 

On this occasion, we would be interested to receive applications from people with experience working in sectors such as video streaming, podcasting, independent production and content creation.

Further Information

The Committee meets up to six times per year, predominantly in London. The time commitment is four days a month and the annual fee is £16,800.  Non-executive members are paid under PAYE.

Applications for the role will close at 00.01 on Monday 29 June 2026 and final interviews will be held on Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 July at Ofcom’s London office. The interview panel will be Sir Clive Jones (Chair of the Content Board), Cristina Nicolotti Squires (Ofcom Group Director for Broadcasting and Media) and an Independent Panel Member. Should you require any adjustments to be made, please do contact us directly at [email protected].

Potential or actual conflicts of interest must be declared and discussed at interview. Content Board Members are required to act in accordance with the Board’s Code of Conduct, which applicants are encouraged to read. No Member of the Board may be directly employed by organisations that Ofcom regulates or licenses or derive the majority of their employment income from such a company even if not so employed. Applicants must have personal integrity of a high order and ensure that their conduct accords with the Seven Principles of Public Life.

Inclusive hiring at Ofcom

At Ofcom, our mission is clear: to make communications work for everyone. To achieve that, our people must reflect the diversity of the UK, in background, identity and experience. 

We believe innovation thrives when difference is valued and everyone feels empowered to contribute their ideas and perspectives. That’s why we welcome colleagues of all ethnicities and races, genders and gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, faiths and beliefs, and those with apparent and non‑apparent disabilities. We value socio‑economic diversity, life experience and neurodiversity too. Whether you’re a carer, a parent, a veteran, or re‑entering work after time away, your voice and perspective matter here. 

Flexibility is at the heart of how we work because we want you to thrive in a way that suits you best. Most roles can therefore be adapted for part‑time hours, job shares, or other flexible arrangements. Learn more about our Rewards, Benefits and Wellbeing on our careers page. 

Our recruitment process is intentionally designed to be open and accessible. If you need adjustments, information in a different format or an alternative way to apply, contact us at [email protected] or 0330 912 1378. 

As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role. You can read more about this commitment here. 

Whoever you are, whatever your story, you belong at Ofcom.