In the hot seat

The landscape for corporate directors is shifting at pace. KPMG Board Leadership Centre’s in-depth survey of over 130 FTSE100 and FTSE250 board members reveals the pressing issues and challenges faced by boards as they adapt for the future.

The insights shared in this report reveal a genuine passion among directors to contribute meaningfully to their organisations. Yet, as business conditions become more volatile and uncertain, questions are being raised - will the emerging and competing demands require changes to director roles, pathways, compensation and their agility to build new skillsets and expertise?

• 95% cited regulatory responsibilities as the challenge that has most increased for boards and directors in recent years

• 86% respondents indicated accountability to broader stakeholder groups had increased in recent years

• 98% of boards consider societal issues within their decision-making process

• 43% cited non-executive director remuneration was not commensurate with the level of risk, responsibility and time commitment associated with the role

Download the report to access insights from our in-depth discussions with board members from some of the country's leading organisations, and their thoughts on how today’s challenges can be best addressed as boards adapt for a new future.