In order to fulfil its commitment to accountability and best
practice, the Senedd Commission appoints independent advisers. They are appointed
for fixed terms following fair and open competition and candidates with a
breadth of expertise in the business, industry and other sectors are
considered.
They are individuals with a wealth of boardroom, government and
public sector experience, at the highest levels, to help the Welsh Parliament
meet its own high standards of good governance and efficient use of public
money.
The role of the Independent Advisers
The Independent Advisers help to ensure that Commissioners and
the Commission’s senior management team are supported and constructively
challenged in their roles. They give input into a number of our activities and
service areas, bringing with them an external perspective and independence from
our management structure.
We draw on the Advisers’ expertise in a range of ways, including
considering our performance management and reporting arrangements and in
maintaining a critical overview of the Commission’s financial controls and risk
management procedures as members of the Senedd Commission Audit
and Risk Assurance Committee.
Some are also members of the Remuneration Engagement and
Workforce Advisory Committee which advises the Commission and the Chief
Executive on the Commission’s strategic approach to engagement and workforce
development and provides assurance in relation to the Chief Executive and
Directors remuneration.
