Icon's Trustees are responsible for shaping our vision, mission and strategy. With four positions open for election at Icon's 2025 Annual General Meeting, this is a unique opportunity to play a central role in guiding the future of the conservation profession.
Serving as a Trustee is a unique and rewarding opportunity to shape the future of Icon. Icon's Board of Trustees has the ultimate responsibility for the strategic direction of Icon, ensuring we stay true to our founding mission. If you’re passionate about the future of the profession and want to make a meaningful contribution to Icon’s leadership, we encourage you to consider standing for election.
About the Board
There are 16 Trustees on Icon's Board, 11 of which are Icon members elected by the wider membership to represent the diverse range of specialisms, areas of practice and interests that form the conservation sector. There are four seats for election at Icon’s 2025 Annual General Meeting:
- Three unreserved seats
- One representative seat for Scotland
Candidates must be Accredited, Pathway, Associate or Student members of Icon, but you do not need to have previous experience of being a trustee. We welcome individuals with a wide range of skills, whether in governance, finance, law, strategic planning, or the softer skills that underpin collaboration and leadership. Above all, we’re looking for people who are committed to Icon’s mission and the future of the conservation sector.
The successful candidates will become trustees following the AGM on 6 November 2025 and serve an initial three-year term.
To learn more about Icon's dedicated Board of Trustees, please visit the Board of Trustees section of our website.
The Role
Trustees meet four times a year for formal Board meetings and also participate in an annual Strategic Planning Day. In addition, Trustees are encouraged to join committees or working groups that match their expertise and interests.
On average, the time commitment is one day per month. This includes reviewing papers and reports, attending meetings, and engaging in high-level discussions about Icon’s work and the wider sector.
For further information on the role, Trustee duties, and commitments, please consult the Elected Trustee Recruitment Pack.
How to Apply
If you would like to nominate yourself as a Trustee, please review the Elected Trustee Recruitment Pack and submit a nomination form on Icon's Board of Trustees Nomination Page.
This year’s deadline for nominations is 25 August 2025 at 23:59.