Governance, Compliance, and Risk Manager

Newcastle University Students' Union; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Annual rest and recharge closure – up

Employer pension contribution (4%)

Mental health and wellbeing support

Exclusive student and staff discounts

Paid time off for volunteering andchar

Discounted food and drink across our?

Job summary

Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) is seeking a Governance, Compliance & Risk Manager. Based on Newcastle University Campus with hybrid working, this full-time role focuses on governance, risk, and policy across a student-led charity.

You will work closely with the CEO, trustees and colleagues to implement practical governance, manage risk, and develop KPIs that demonstrate impact. You will also support the Governance Administrator and help translate regulatory requirements into

Qualifications

• Governance, compliance and risk management knowledge.
• Experience working with senior leadership and trustees is a plus.
• Ability to develop practical governance processes and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Provide board and committee support, risk management, and policy oversight.
• Help employees understand responsibilities and translate requirements into everyday practice.
• Support CEO and develop measurement of impact with meaningful KPIs.
• Support governance administrator development and supervision.

Job description

Job Title: Governance, Compliance & Risk Manager

Location: Newcastle University Campus (office based, with hybrid working in line with our policy)

Employment type: Full time (37 hours per week) - We welcome applications from candidates seeking reduced hours or a job-share arrangement.

Salary: £39,585 per annum with annual incremental rises

About NUSU

We are Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) – an innovative, and student-led organisation dedicated to making the university experience unforgettable. As a charity, we are committed to enriching student life through exciting opportunities, wellbeing support, and championing the student voice. Working closely with Newcastle University, we’re right at the heart of campus, offering a dynamic space that includes a live music venue, bar, supermarket, merchandise shop, food outlets, study spaces, and more.

Summary Of The Role

Good governance helps us make sound decisions, manage risk and keep our focus on what matters to students. As our Governance, Compliance, and Risk Manager, you’ll help NUSU put this into practice across a varied, student-led charity.

Working closely with the CEO, trustees and colleagues across NUSU, you’ll develop clear, practical ways of working that support effective governance and compliance. Your remit will span Board and committee support, risk management, policies and complaints, helping colleagues understand their responsibilities and turn requirements into everyday practice.

You’ll also support the CEO to develop how we measure and demonstrate our impact, bringing together meaningful information and KPIs to show the difference NUSU makes and inform future decisions. Alongside this, you’ll manage and support the development of our Governance Administrator.

This is a role with scope to improve how an organisation works. You’ll build relationships across our services and with the University, combining attention to detail with the judgement to navigate complex issues and make clear recommendations.

For full details of the role, responsibilities and person specification, please see the full job description which is available on our website's vacancies page here.

Why Join Us?

At NUSU, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive.

As part of our organisation, you’ll enjoy:

• 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Annual rest and recharge closure – enjoy up to 2 weeks off at the end of the year
• Employer pension contribution (4%)
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Exclusive student and staff discounts
• Paid time off for volunteering and charity work
• Discounted food and drink across our venues
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• Hybrid working, in line with our policy
• Work from anywhere for up to two weeks each year, in line with our policy

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until Friday 6 November (midnight). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview which will take place on 17 or 18 November.

We truly appreciate every application; however, we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.

Unfortunately, we will not be able to contact those applicants who haven't been shortlisted, so if you haven't heard from us by 14 November this means that you haven't been successful on this occasion.

Contact Info

For further information, please contact Helen Smith, HR Business Partner [[e-mail]]

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At NUSU, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. We celebrate and value the differences that make each individual unique and strive to create a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, nationality, or marital/civil partnership status. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, all applicants will be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form to help us ensure fair and inclusive recruitment practices.