Governance, Compliance, and Risk Manager

Newcastle University; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Annual rest and recharge closure - up2

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

Opportunities to develop your skills и

Hybrid working, in line with ourpolicy

Work from anywhere for up to two weeks

Job summary

Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) is seeking a Governance, Compliance, and Risk Manager to help translate governance into practical action across a student-led charity. You will work closely with the CEO, trustees, and colleagues to support boards, manage risk, and implement policies and complaints handling.

You will also help measure our impact by developing meaningful information and KPIs that inform decisions and drive continuous improvement, while supporting the Governance

Responsibilities

• Support boards and committees with governance documentation and arrangements
• Lead risk management activities and incident reporting
• Develop and implement policies and complaints processes
• Measure impact with KPIs and management information for decision-making
• Support the Governance Administrator and foster cross-service collaboration

Job description

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.

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.,

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.

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