Non-Executive Director (Halls Group)
About Halls Group
Halls Group is a sixth-generation, family-owned global business, proudly founded in 1890 in the Lowveld of South Africa. With operations in eight countries across four continents, the Group operates a diversified portfolio spanning fresh produce, property development, nutraceuticals, financial services, and data-led agritech solutions. Rooted in its pioneering heritage, Halls exists to create long-term value for a future that benefits all stakeholders. Its business philosophy is underpinned by stewardship, sustainability, and innovation. The Group is the custodian of a collection of independent yet interconnected businesses, each structured around a shared commitment to creating “a better tomorrow”.
Halls Group operates through four key pillars:
Halls Fresh Produce – a leading vertically integrated grower-based global marketer of subtropical fresh produce
Halls Portfolio – comprising Halls Properties and HG&H Pharmaceuticals, focusing on property development and natural nutraceuticals
Nector Holdings – advancing technology that enhances farming efficiency, from field monitoring to food supply chain optimisation
Coaxle – harnessing data across a group of companies serving the automotive, property, media, and business advisory industries
With over 730 people across Africa, Europe, and the Americas, Halls Group continues to build impactful businesses that are commercially resilient, culturally inclusive, and environmentally responsible.
Role specification
The Non-Executive Director will join the Halls Group Board at a pivotal stage in its strategic evolution. The role is designed to bring independent oversight, support governance excellence, and offer constructive challenge to the Group's executive team and fellow directors. It is a high-impact appointment that spans both Board and committee engagement, with the opportunity to shape group-wide direction and contribute meaningfully at Pillar level.
The Non-Executive Director will:
Support the Board Chair and Group Managing Director in shaping and overseeing the Group’s long-term strategic objectives
Champion the Group’s commitment to responsible business practice, including stewardship, sustainability, and ethical governance
Provide objective advice on business performance, commercial strategy, risk oversight and capital allocation
Participate in one or more Pillar Governance Committees, working closely with the Pillar Managing Director as a trusted advisor and strategic sounding board
Serve on at least one Board-level committee (Finance & Risk, Nomination, or Remuneration) contributing to robust governance processes
Represent the Group to external stakeholders as appropriate, including at industry events, investor briefings, or partner forums
Support the stewardship governance framework within a values-led organisational culture
This is a strategic role requiring a blend of intellectual rigour, operational insight, and emotional intelligence. The NED will operate across governance layers and business units to drive coherence, excellence, and long-term value creation.
Person specification
Experience
Current or former CEO or senior executive of a medium to large organisation (£50m+ revenue) within family-owned, private or private equity-backed structure and ideally with an international footprint
Experience operating at Board level or as a NED in dynamic, multi-sector environments
Demonstrable operational leadership, with a clear understanding of the challenges and realities of running businesses day-to-day, including managing teams, delivering growth, and responding to market pressures
Operational, financial, or governance leadership in sectors aligned to Halls’ activities - such as fresh produce, food and agriculture, data analytics, financial services, property, or nutraceuticals - is strongly preferred
Proven track record in strategy development, business scaling, and performance oversight
Exposure to ESG-aligned business practices and cross-cultural leadership is advantageous
Skills and Attributes
Exceptional strategic insight and commercial judgement
An inclusive and collaborative leadership style, with excellent communication and influencing ability
Ability to question constructively, guide decisively, and support sensitively
Skilled at navigating complex, matrixed organisations and advising multiple senior stakeholders
Values the role of technology in shaping the businesses future fit strategy
Process
Halls Group has partnered with Nurole, a leading board-level search specialist, to manage the appointment process. To find out more and submit your application, please visit Nurole | The Market Leader in Non-Executive Board Hiring. For any queries or to arrange an informal conversation, contact Carla Devereux at carla.devereux@nurole.com.