Governance & Executive Office Manager

Trafford Leisure; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days' holiday

Complimentary Fitness Membership

Heavily discounted Fitness Membership

Employee Assistance Programme

GP access 24/7

Company sick pay

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Perks at Work

Manchester Credit Union access

Job summary

Trafford Leisure is seeking a Governance & Executive Office Manager to support the CEO, Executive Team and Board. The role coordinates board and committee activity, governance, risk and compliance, ensuring high standards and informed decision-making.

You'll manage meetings, agendas and governance documentation, monitor risk and reporting, and collaborate on strategic projects while upholding confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience in governance, executive support, company secretarial, compliance or a similar environment.
• Experience supporting senior leaders, Boards or Committees.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confidence building relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Board, Committee and Executive Team meetings and annual work programmes.
• Prepare and manage agendas, reports, papers, minutes and governance documentation.
• Maintain governance, compliance, assurance and policy frameworks.
• Coordinate risk management and internal and external audit activity.
• Monitor actions arising from Board, Executive Team and audit meetings.
• Manage governance records, registers and reporting requirements.
• Support the CEO and Executive Team with reporting, research, analysis and strategic projects.
• Ensure Trafford Leisure meets its governance, regulatory and compliance obligations.

Skills

Governance

Executive support

Board support

Compliance

Stakeholder management

Discretion & confidentiality

Job description

Trafford Leisure has an exciting opportunity for a Governance & Executive Office Manager to join the team.

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Trafford Leisure is a community-focused leisure operator and Community Interest Company, delivering sport, physical activity and wellbeing services on behalf of Trafford Council. Our purpose is simple and powerful: to inspire and create opportunities for the people of Trafford to move more every day and live longer, healthier, happier lives.

As a social enterprise, we exist to benefit our communities, not shareholders. Through our move and Trafford Leisure brands, we deliver inclusive facilities, programmes and partnerships that improve health, reduce inequalities and create positive outcomes for people across Trafford.

The Role:

We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Governance & Executive Office Manager to support our CEO, Executive Team and Board.

This is a varied role that sits at the heart of Trafford Leisure, coordinating and managing Board and Committee activity, governance, risk, compliance and organisational assurance. You'll play a key role in ensuring the organisation operates effectively, maintains high governance standards and supports informed decision-making at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate Board, Committee and Executive Team meetings and annual work programmes.
• Prepare and manage agendas, reports, papers, minutes and governance documentation.
• Maintain governance, compliance, assurance and policy frameworks.
• Coordinate risk management and internal and external audit activity.
• Monitor actions arising from Board, Executive Team and audit meetings.
• Manage governance records, registers and reporting requirements.
• Support the CEO and Executive Team with reporting, research, analysis and strategic projects.
• Ensure Trafford Leisure meets its governance, regulatory and compliance obligations.

About You

• Experience in governance, executive support, company secretarial, compliance or a similar environment.
• Experience supporting senior leaders, Boards or Committees.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confidence building relationships with senior stakeholders.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
• A progressive, structured and supportive environment in which to work

32 days' holiday, rising incrementally to 39 days after 5 years' service (including 8 bank holidays and 2 Trafford Leisure days).

Complimentary Fitness Membership for you, saving up to £450 per year.

Heavily discounted Fitness Membership for up to 5 friends and family members, saving each person up to £300 per year.

Employee Assistance Programme, allowing employees to claim back up to £1,150 per year in healthcare costs.

24/7 access to a GP.

Company sick pay.

Health Cash Plan and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Access to Perks at Work for discounts on hundreds of retailers.

Access to Manchester Credit Union for savings and loans.

Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2026

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies.

At Trafford Leisure, we are committed to equality, equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process.