As a South Bank BID levy payer, you can join the BID Board and have a meaningful impact on your local community – we would love to hear from you!
South Bank BID is seeking new business representatives from our levy paying community to join the BID Board, members of which are responsible for overseeing the delivery of the BID’s annual and five-year business plans.
Made up of local representatives who span the wide range of business sectors that operate in South Bank, the Board ensures that the interests of BID levy payers are reflected in all aspects of the BID’s work.
In addition to recruiting several new members, the Board is looking to appoint a new Chair, a new Deputy Chair, and a Chair of the Finance Committee. All Board member positions are voluntary, although reasonable expenses are covered.
"Serving on the BID Board has given me a valuable platform to represent the interests of local businesses, and ensure their voices are heard. It’s been a rewarding opportunity to help shape initiatives that enhance our area for everyone who lives, works, and visits here"
Duncan Mckeich, Head of Facilities at the BFI
ABOUT SOUTH BANK BID
South Bank BID has been operating since 2014, under the vision of making South Bank a world-class place to live, work and study.
The BID raises approximately £1.5m in BID levy annually, which is invested into a range of services that are shaped by and benefit businesses. All eligible businesses can vote on the BID's planned programme, and a ballot is held every five years.
South Bank BID last went to ballot in 2024, winning a 99% “yes” vote. You can review the BID’s programme to 2029 here and the 2025/26 business plan here.
About the BID Board
The South Bank BID Board are a representative group of South Bank BID levy payers, who hold all governance responsibilities for South Bank BID Ltd, which is a not-for-profit company, limited by guarantee. Lambeth Council and Southwark Council appoint observers to the Board - these are currently four local councillors. You can find the complete list of current board members and observers here.
The Board meets four times a year, alongside holding an annual meeting to which all levy payers and partners are invited to. The Finance Committee will meet no more than twice a year.
Board members play a vital role in the work of the BID. Through their business experience, local knowledge and strategic oversight, Board members provide an overview of the BID’s work, give advice and guidance as appropriate, and endorse both the annual and five-year business plans. Board members also oversee and monitor the financial management of the BID and make long-term decisions that influence the BID’s work.
As a Board member your responsibilities will include:
Advocating for the interests of levy payers in South Bank
Identifying solutions to challenges, and providing support and advice to the delivery team, where appropriate
Monitoring agreed performance targets, including those relating to the BID’s budget
Promoting best governance and management practice
Specific role profiles can be accessed below.
South Bank BID is an Accredited BID through British BIDs, the national body that represents the interests of BIDs and the BID industry.
Skills and Diversity
The BID Board has recently undertaken a comprehensive diversity and skills review, alongside wider research into the South Bank’s current and evolving business landscape. This has been done to ensure that the Board has the required skills and experience, and to ensure that the Board reflects the businesses that operate in South Bank.
As part of this recruitment, we are especially keen to hear from people with skills and experience in areas including sustainability, marketing, legal, and ICT/digital.
Applications are welcome from all levy payers. Representatives from the small and medium size and independent businesses are especially welcome, alongside candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, and those under 40.
How to Apply
To apply to be a South Bank BID Board member, please a short (no longer than 500 word) statement of interest, detailing your experience and connection to South Bank. This should be emailed to ed.lord@southbanklondon.com. We will also request all applications to complete a short diversity form, to ensure equality and diversity is encouraged in our governance.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 8 September 2025.
The Chair of the BID Board, Deputy Chair, and Chair of the Finance Committee roles will be determined through a considered approach which also includes existing BID Board members.
If you would like to discuss the work of the BID, the role of the Board and its members, and the work of the delivery team or have any questions ahead of applying, please contact Nic Durston, the BID’s CEO. Nic’s email is Nic.Durston@southbanklondon.com.
FAQs
Can I be on the BID Board if I am not a levy payer?
BID Board Members need to be a representative or affiliated with a South Bank BID levy paying business, in order to reflect the interests of our current levy paying community. You do not necessarily need to be employed by a levy payer directly, but must indicate how you are connected with or affiliated with a business based within the BID area.
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Is my business a levy payer?
If you are based in the South Bank BID area, and have a rateable value of over £50,000, you will be a South Bank BID levy payer. A complete map of the BID area can be found here.
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Is the position of BID Board Member voluntary?
All Board member positions are voluntary and unremunerated, although reasonable expenses are covered.
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