Governance and Compliance Manager - Public Sector

Reed; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Public sector exposure

Impact on governance

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Governance and Compliance Manager in Sheffield, on a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days in office). This interim role supports the Mayor and Deputy Mayor in the Policing and Reform Directorate, ensuring governance, assurance, and compliance within the policing sector.

You will manage governance arrangements, support decisions, review police complaints, oversee the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme, and liaise with the Police and Crime Panel, with GDPR and FOI compliance as a

Qualifications

• Experience in a statutory, regulatory, or governance-led environment.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong written communication for clear documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Ability to develop relationships with stakeholders.
• Sound judgement under pressure.
• Commitment to governance and compliance.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of the Deputy Mayor's governance and assurance arrangements.
• Support the decision-making processes, including financial sign-offs.
• Conduct independent reviews of the police complaints process.
• Manage the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme.
• Liaise with the Police and Crime Panel.
• Administer, monitor, and report on risk management arrangements relating to Policing and Crime.
• Provide relevant reports to the Senior Leadership Team and Joint Independent Audit Committee.
• Administer Police Misconduct Panels and Police Appeal Tribunals.
• Manage requests for financial assistance.
• Ensure compliance with statutory information governance requirements, including GDPR and the Freedom of Information Act.
• Maintain the Mayor's Publication Scheme and ensure compliance with the Elected Local Policing Bodies (Specified Information Order).
• Support strong corporate governance and effective decision-making across the Directorate.

Job description

Governance and Compliance Manager

• Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - minimum 3 days in office)
• Salary: £22.26 per hour PAYE
• Hours: 37 hours per week, Full-time
• Contract: Interim
• Vetting: NPPV3 vetting required for successful candidate

Join our client in Sheffield as a Governance and Compliance Manager, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the Mayor and Deputy Mayor in the Policing and Reform Directorate. This interim position offers a unique opportunity to ensure effective governance, assurance, and compliance within the policing sector.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage the administration of the Deputy Mayor's governance and assurance arrangements.
• Support the decision-making processes, including financial sign-offs.
• Conduct independent reviews of the police complaints process.
• Manage the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme.
• Liaise with the Police and Crime Panel.
• Administer, monitor, and report on risk management arrangements relating to Policing and Crime.
• Provide relevant reports to the Senior Leadership Team and Joint Independent Audit Committee.
• Administer Police Misconduct Panels and Police Appeal Tribunals.
• Manage requests for financial assistance.
• Ensure compliance with statutory information governance requirements, including GDPR and the Freedom of Information Act.
• Maintain the Mayor's Publication Scheme and ensure compliance with the Elected Local Policing Bodies (Specified Information Order).
• Support strong corporate governance and effective decision-making across the Directorate.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a statutory, regulatory, or governance-led environment.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills for producing clear, accurate documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities effectively.
• Confidence in working independently and leading others.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Sound judgement and the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Proactive and detail-focused approach.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of governance and compliance.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working flexibility.
• Exposure to high-level decision-making in the public sector.
• Opportunity to work in a role that directly impacts governance, transparency, and accountability.

This role is politically restricted; further details are available upon request.