Governance and Committee Support Manager

PROSPECTUS; London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An influential cancer research organization is seeking an experienced Governance and Committee Support Manager to provide high-level secretariat and project management support. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in governance, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. This role is full-time and offers a hybrid working model in London, with a fixed-term contract of 12 months and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in governance and committee support in a scientific environment.
• Confidence working independently and collaboratively across senior stakeholders.
• Commitment to excellence and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretariat support for the Board and sub-committees.
• Organise logistics for Board Away Days and Advisory Board meetings.
• Lead governance improvement projects and initiatives.

Skills

Governance and committee support experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive and adaptable approach

Job description

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client, one of the world’s most influential cancer research organisations, in hiring an experienced Governance and Committee Support Manager.

Location: London, hybrid
Hours:Full-time (35 hours per week over 5 days)
Contract:Fixed-term contract (12 months)
Pay/Salary: £51,500 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role
This is a pivotal role providing high-level secretariat and project management support across the institute’s governance and research committees, including:

• Secretariat support for the Board and sub-committees, internal governance and research committees. Agenda setting, paper preparation, minute-taking, and action tracking. Organising logistics for Board Away Days and Advisory Board meetings. Creating and maintaining governance records and archives. Leading governance improvement projects and initiatives, including new technologies.

About the Person
We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in governance and committee support, preferably in a scientific environment. Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. Confidence working independently and collaboratively across senior stakeholders. A proactive, adaptable approach with a commitment to excellence and integrity.

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so if you’re looking to make a meaningful impact and join a forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.