Executive Director, Governance & Strategy

Boston College; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston College is seeking an Executive Director for Governance to support the Corporation, Chair and executive team in delivering strategic priorities.

The role combines governance leadership with policy oversight, legal compliance and board development, ensuring effectiveness, transparency and accountability across the institution. You will help shape governance culture and drive organisational transformation with the executive team.

Qualifications

• This role requires governance and regulatory expertise.

Responsibilities

• Advising the Board on governance and compliance matters.
• Overseeing Board and committee processes and governor recruitment.
• Leading governance reviews and maintaining policy frameworks.
• Overseeing risk, assurance, information management and regulatory compliance.
• Contributing to organisational governance culture and strategic decision making.

Skills

Governance expertise

Stakeholder management

Strategic leadership

Education

Postgraduate qualification in governance / public administration

Job description

Boston College is seeking an Executive Director for Governance to support the Corporation, Chair and executive team in delivering strategic priorities.

The role combines governance leadership with policy oversight, legal compliance and board development, ensuring effectiveness, transparency and accountability across the institution. You will help shape governance culture and drive organisational transformation with the executive team.