Senior Governance Officer with previous experience in a similar role, supporting and managing governance processes at Board level, who has excellent agenda management and report writing skills is required for a Schools Trust, based in Stanmore, North West London.
SALARY: £48,031 - £51,036 per annum + Benefits (see below)
LOCATION: Hybrid working - Primarily home-based with some attendance required in the office in Stanmore, North West London(HA7)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week (all year round)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Senior Governance Officerwith previous experience in a similar role, supporting and managing governance processes at Board level, who has excellent agenda management and report writing skills.
As the Senior Governance Officer you will work close with the Head of Governance, managing a portfolio of committees and groups, supporting governance professionals, and contributing to policy management, formal complaints and various governance processes.
Working as the Senior Governance Officer your expertise in communication, assurance reporting, and advising senior leaders will be crucial in maintaining and elevating the governance standards.
While this role is primarily home-based, with many meetings conducted remotely, there will be opportunities for in-person collaboration with Trustees and colleagues.
DUTIES
Your duties and responsibilities as Senior Governance Officer will include:
- Serve as a key contact for governance queries, deputise for the Head of Governance when necessary, and support the strategic objectives of the organisation
- Support effective decision-making by managing the annual meeting cycle, agenda planning, and accurate documentation of meetings
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the Governor Hub, ensuring colleagues and Trustees are proficient in its use
- Advise on and manage governance processes, including the Scheme of Delegation, Trustee recruitment, and policy reviews, while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
- Provide training and induction for Trustees and SSC Members, and support the Trust's internal scrutiny and compliance functions
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Previous senior level experience of supporting/managing governance processes at Board level within a Multi Academy Trust or broader Education Sector
- Senior level experience of agenda management and preparing high-quality supporting reports and minutes
- Proven successful track record of relationship management with external organisations, senior colleagues and Trustees
- Excellent communication and mediation skills
- Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students
BENEFITS
- Professional development opportunities
- O2 discounts
- Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
- Eligible for NUS/TOTUM card, Student Beans and CSSC membership
- Cycle to work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes
- Staff annual weekend retreats and Yoga Classes
- Access to multiple well-being programmes and apps
Pre-employment checks
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.
Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.
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JOB REF: AWDO-P12549
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