Scott Smith is Chief Financial Officer of Six Nations Rugby, having previously held CFO roles at the England and Wales Cricket Board and the America’s Cup. He has experience in financial leadership, commercial strategy, media rights, major events and corporate governance.
\n\nHe also holds non-executive and advisory positions with Racecourse Media Group, Archery GB and the EURO 2028 Oversight Group. Scott is a Fellow Chartered Accountant in both the UK and Australia.
\n\nUK Sport Board Members are remunerated £218 per day, with a time commitment of 24 days per year.
\n\nThis appointment has been made in accordance with the Governance Code on Public Appointments. The appointments process is regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments.
\n\nUnder the Code, any significant political activity undertaken by an appointee in the last five years must be declared. This is defined as including holding office, public speaking, making a recordable donation, or candidature for election. Scott Smith has not declared any such political activity.
\n\nDCMS has around 400 regulated public appointment roles across 42 Public Bodies including Arts Council England, Theatres Trust, the National Gallery, UK Sport and the Gambling Commission. We encourage applications from talented individuals from all backgrounds and across the whole of the United Kingdom. To find out more about Public Appointments or to apply visit the HM Government Public Appointments Website.
\nThe Secretary of State has overall responsibility for strategy and policy across the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
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