Governing Council elections

Lead the future of our profession

Elections to our Governing Council are now open!

Being elected to Governing Council presents a great opportunity to progress your career and increase your visibility amongst new and existing professional networks. If you are passionate about the profession and ready to make a difference, don't miss out on the chance to play a leading role in RICS' transformation.

The following seats are available for election:

Geographic - UK and Ireland (four seats)
Geographic - Asia Pacific
Geographic – Americas
Geographic - Middle East & Africa
Professional Group – Valuation
Professional Group - Building Surveying and Building Control
Professional Group - Commercial Property
Professional Group – Construction

If you are interested in applying for one of the positions listed above, please apply by clicking the button below. RICS welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates, and this year we’ve made it easier than ever to apply with a CV and brief statement. All that’s left is to put your name forward!

Applications open on the 18 June 2024 and will close at midday (UK time) on 13 August 2024. Those members who are elected will take their seats on Governing Council on 1 January 2025.

“Serving on Governing Council is a fantastic opportunity to lead the RICS and our profession, making sure that all members’ voices and viewpoints are considered. It is a chance to use your experience to benefit others, and to develop it further. We need members from every specialism, with the enthusiasm and insight to deliver RICS’ strategy. I encourage you to apply, and to share this opportunity with colleagues across the profession.”

Tina Paillet FRICS

RICS President

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Equal opportunities principles

At RICS we are committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality. Our appointments processes adhere to equal opportunities principles. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, and we particularly welcome applications from groups which are currently under-represented.

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How to apply

Mi-Voice is acting as independent election service provider to RICS on these elections. Candidates should apply to stand for election to the aforementioned seats through their website by clicking on the apply now button below.

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Key dates
Applications open	18 June 2024
Applications close	13 August 2024
Elections open	03 September 2024
Elections close	01 October 2024
Announce election results	after 03 October 2024
Attend virtual Governing Council meeting	25 and 27 November 2024
Term starts	01 January 2025

Update from Harriet Kemp, Chair, Nominations and Remuneration Committee (NRC) – May 2024

Shaping the future leadership of the profession through a transparent process that is enhanced by member engagement and feedback is a core objective for RICS.