Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance to lead and develop the Governance & Assurance team. The role involves ensuring robust governance arrangements and regulatory compliance for GCH while fostering effective stakeholder relationships. Candidates must have relevant professional qualifications and management experience in social housing governance, with a strong desire to impact people's lives positively. This position offers a competitive salary of £70,584 per annum and a dynamic work environment in Gloucester, with options for remote work.

Benefits

Recognized as Best Place to Work

Healthy workplaces accreditation

Menopause Friendly accreditations

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated environment is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to make a positive impact on people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Governance & Assurance team.
• Ensure GCH meets all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Create partnerships with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership skills

Management experience in social housing governance

Understanding of regulatory requirements

Ability to create effective partnerships

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Location and Compensation

Gloucester / Remote
£70,584 per annum

Role Overview

Our customers are at the very heart of what we do and how we do it. That doesn’t stop at the front‑line services we provide and is key to our approach to Governance, Risk and Assurance at GCH. That’s where you come in. As Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance you will lead and develop the Governance & Assurance team and ensure robust governance arrangements for GCH.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide resilient leadership and management to the Governance & Assurance team.
• As Company Secretary, ensure GCH has a robust approach to governance arrangements.
• Ensure the risk management framework is robust and supports the delivery of GCH’s strategic aims.
• Work with colleagues to ensure GCH meets all regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Create effective and collaborative partnerships with colleagues across GCH, including our Board.
• Lead the Governance & Assurance team to deliver an excellent service to the Board, colleagues and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

Relevant professional qualification and leadership or management experience in social housing governance is required. Experience working in a regulated environment and a desire to make a positive impact on people’s lives are essential. You should hold a relevant professional qualification and bring leadership skills and experience.

Diversity and Equality

We celebrate the diverse nature of our customers and strive to develop diverse teams where everyone can be their authentic self. Our work alongside organisations such as Inclusive Employers and Inclusivity Works supports an inclusive culture where people can flourish.

Benefits and Recognition

Previous winners of prestigious Best Place to Work awards with Gloucestershire Live, SoGlos and Housing Hero’s; recognised for our approach to wellbeing through Healthy Workplaces and Menopause Friendly accreditations; increasing colleague satisfaction results.

Application Information

Within the recruitment pack you will find more information about GCH. For more information on the role accountabilities and skills required, please check out the job recruitment pack: https://www.gch.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Director-of-Governance-Risk-Assurance-5.pdf. We’re interested to find out more about you, your skills and knowledge, and your motivations. Please provide a CV and Personal Supporting Statement. The role will close on Wednesday 11 February. Applications are being shortlisted as they come in; if we receive high volumes, we may bring forward the closing date.

Selection Timeline

1. Stakeholder sessions: Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 February via Teams.
2. Interviews: Wednesday 25 February.
3. Outcome will be communicated at the end of the following week.
4. Applicants unable to attend the above dates should indicate in the supporting statement.