Governance and Executive Officer - Fixed term up to 12 months (maternity cover)

Wakefield and District Housing Limited; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Governance and Executive Officer to provide essential support to their Executive Team. This hybrid role emphasizes strong administrative skills, effective communication, and meticulous attention to detail. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations by managing meetings, preparing documentation, and maintaining high governance standards. With a focus on personal development and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is ideal for proactive individuals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extra day off on your birthday

Flexible working options

Personal development opportunities

Health and wellbeing program

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted shopping platform

One day for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles within a governance environment.
• Strong communication skills to influence and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Vico Executive Team and manage committee meetings.
• Ensure high-quality outputs through quality control and organization.

Skills

Administrative Experience

Effective Communication

Time Management

Quality Assurance

ICT Skills

Education

Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Merefield House, Castleford – Hybrid working with an average of 2/3 days in office per week.

Hours

Up to 37 hours available (flexible working welcomed)

End Date

12/05/2025

Reference

W061/25

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Governance and Executive Team, providing professional and efficient support to our Chief Executive, Executive Directors, Board, and Committees. This role, along with the wider team, is critical to the successful running of the business, ensuring strong governance and effective support for our Vico Executive Team.

What you’ll be doing

The successful applicant will support the Vico Executive Team and work closely with at least one Executive Director, ensuring effective time management, following up on issues, and arranging and preparing meetings. You will act as quality control by reviewing and challenging information to meet corporate standards and ensure high-quality outputs. You will also manage various committee and corporate meetings from start to finish, including preparing agendas, documents, minutes, and action lists. Meeting deadlines and being highly organized with strong communication skills are essential for this role.

What we’re looking for

• A qualification at Level 3 of the Qualifications and Credit Framework.
• Significant experience in administrative work within a similar environment.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to influence and negotiate with senior managers and directors.
• A positive, proactive, and professional attitude in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent quality assurance skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong ICT skills and experience working digitally.

For more details on the role requirements, please see the attached Job Description.

For informal inquiries about this role, please contact Stephen Smith, Governance and Executive Team Manager, at [e-mail].

Please note that interviews will be held during the week commencing 9 June 2025.

Vico Homes is an accredited employer by Investors in People, recognizing our colleagues as our most valuable asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 26 days holiday (rising to 31 after 5 years' service) plus statutory bank holidays;
• An extra day off on your birthday;
• Flexible working options, including reduced hours and compressed hours;
• Personal development opportunities;
• A health and wellbeing program;
• Access to Vico Homes Rewards for lifestyle savings and salary sacrifice schemes, including cycle to work, electronics, and car schemes;
• One day for volunteering;
• Cycle to work scheme and discounted shopping platform.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all.

How to apply

• Review the job description, person specification, and guidance notes below.
• Complete the supporting information form, detailing how you meet the person specification.
• Include your CV if available, removing any identifying information (name, address).
• Email your supporting information form and CV to [e-mail] before the deadline.

What happens next?

• You will receive an automatic acknowledgment of your application.
• We will evaluate all applications against the person specification and contact shortlisted candidates for interviews.

If you have questions, please contact our Recruitment Team at the email above.

Governance And Executive Officer job description