Governance Lead: Boards, Risk & Secretariat

GEDU Services; Broxbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an Executive-level Governance Manager. This role involves managing governance delivery, ensuring compliance, and providing secretariat support to senior boards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of higher education governance, excellent communication skills, and experience in fast-paced environments. They will lead planning efforts, develop key relationships, and maintain governance registers while contributing to risk management practices. This full-time position is based in Broxbourne, UK, with travel to campuses as needed.

Qualifications

• Understanding of academic and corporate governance is essential.
• Strong communication abilities required.
• Organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and co-ordination of the Governance calendar.
• Provide high-quality advice and guidance on governance.
• Support senior boards with agendas and minutes.

Skills

Excellent understanding of HE governance

Excellent written skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent organisational skills

Willing to travel to UK and European Campuses

Education

Governance related qualifications

Job description

A leading educational organization is seeking an Executive-level Governance Manager. This role involves managing governance delivery, ensuring compliance, and providing secretariat support to senior boards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of higher education governance, excellent communication skills, and experience in fast-paced environments. They will lead planning efforts, develop key relationships, and maintain governance registers while contributing to risk management practices. This full-time position is based in Broxbourne, UK, with travel to campuses as needed.