The Institute of Innovation Management
We are in the prelaunch phase of establishing a practitioner‑led institute to professionalise innovation management.

We are in the prelaunch phase of establishing a practitioner‑led institute to professionalise innovation management.
To professionalise innovation management
as a recognised and respected discipline;
building expertise and systemic capability,
setting professional standards,
and championing responsible innovation outcomes
that deliver lasting value for people, planet and productivity.
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We will be governed by a diverse board drawn from the practitioner community, with governance and transparent and accountable decision-making.
We will be collaborative and actively networked across industry whilst protecting our impartiality and accreditation.
Responsible innovation, accessibility, environment and societal benefit are our cornerstones.
Founded on ISO 56001, committed to evidence, systems thinking, and ongoing performance evaluation and improvement.
We will operate with integrity, openness, and a commitment to position the UK as a global leader in innovation management.
Public association with the UK’s independent, practitioner-led centre for innovation management and a commitment to responsible innovation.
Participate in advisory consultations, sub-committees, and receive staff training and accreditation.
Co-host IIM-led roundtables/webinars and contribute to insight notes and case studies.
Direct access to a growing community of practitioners; stronger attraction, retention and upskilling of innovation talent.
Recognition across the IIM website, prospectus/PDFs, member newsletters and relevant event collateral.
CPD/accreditation credit for staff; employer-ready role/competency maps that reduce variance and accelerate value realisation directly for your organisation
Help amplify national missions on productivity, diffusion and resilient growth through better-managed innovation systems.
Internationally recognised standards of practice and Body of Knowledge in innovation management.
That shares knowledge, nurtures talent, and is empowered through learning and accreditation.
While safeguarding ethics, inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
Through diverse revenue streams, strong partnerships and trusted advocacy.
We are looking for a select few Non Executive Directors to join us and help us in our start-up phase. This is a voluntary role and is not salaried. You must be experienced as a NED, to be considered, so please only apply if you fill the criteria.
We are not hiring for any other roles at this time, please do not send your CV's speculatively.
The IIM will be UK’s professional home for innovation management, accreditation, Body of Knowledge, CPD, community and peer-to-peer support; standards-informed and sector-neutral. The soft launch was on the 9th October at the BSI Innovation Management Summit, and we currently have a team of voluntary innovation management professionals who contributor to the establishment of the IIM, as well as our founding sponsorship partners.
The role: We’re seeking 3–5 founding Non-Executive Directors to help stand up a high-integrity, practitioner-led institute. You will provide independent oversight and hands-on guidance as we:
What we’re looking for (collectively across the Board):
Please outline where you bring depth in one or more of the following:
We welcome well-connected, established leaders and equally those with sleeves-rolled-up build experience in adjacent institutes or standards bodies.
Terms
How to apply:
Please send a short CV or bio and a 1-page statement covering:
Email: theteam@theiim.org if you have any questions regarding the role, or require assistance with applying.
Deadline: Latest 31st December 2025 – may close earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial conversation with the Chair/Founder, and interviews may begin prior to the deadline, as and when suitable applications have been received.