Governance Manager

Camphill Village Trust; Redcar; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a Governance Manager to ensure effective governance and compliance within the organization. The role involves supporting the board with governance processes, managing policy standards, and leading engagement with stakeholders. This hybrid role requires significant experience in governance and strong communication skills, alongside a pro-active and adaptable approach.

Qualifications

• Significant proven experience in governance.
• Excellent understanding of governance processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and review of governance documents.
• Support Board and Committee governance activities.
• Provide executive support to CEO and Directors.

Skills

Governance processes

Diplomatic communication

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

Experience in governance within public/charity sector

Job description

Salary: £40,000 rising to £42,500 after successful completion of probation period, subject to undertaking full scope of the role.

Location: Remote

Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Closing Date: 8th June 2025

First Interview: Between 16 & 20 June 2025 (location TBC)

Purpose

The key role is pivotal in maintaining and continuously improving the quality of governance in a national Adult Social Care Charity which fundraises and is registered under the Charity Commission Code of Governance and practices the ethical principles under the NCVO.

The role provides assurance to the board that they are operating in line with best practices and regulation, and that the Charity operates within its policies, procedures, and ethical standards.

The postholder will consider regulators, funders, supporters, beneficiaries, their family members, and the Charity membership, ensuring effective governance underpins operations and supports the charity in achieving its objectives.

The role supports the Chair of the Board, Chief Executive, and wider Director and Trustee group in providing top-quality governance and support following ethical and best practices.

The role is responsible for managing all aspects of corporate governance effectiveness and compliance within the Trust, ensuring adherence to good practice and statutory/regulatory requirements.

Leading on policy formation, the role will maintain and improve policy standards, approval, and reporting processes.

The role will oversee and support (through community administration) the recognised Family Engagement and Reference Groups and Membership Body, linking issues and concerns through appropriate channels.

Main Responsibilities

Ethical and Strong Governance

• Lead on development, review, and maintenance of Terms of Reference, Schemes of Delegation, and Memorandum & Articles of Association, liaising with Board and Committee Chairs, Executive, and external advisors on risks and amendments.
• Support Board and Committee governance activities.
• Act as the central communication point between Trustees and the Charity, corresponding on key issues between meetings.
• Support engagement with Family Members and oversee governance of Family Reference/Engagement Groups at various locations, supporting agenda development, minute-taking, and follow-up actions.
• Oversee the Trust Policy Framework, ensuring policies are mapped, shaped, monitored, and updated through proper governance routes.
• Provide high-quality executive support to the CEO and Directors as needed.

Being a Manager

• Provide inclusive line management support to the Executive Officer, including regular 1:1s, annual appraisals, and personal development planning.

What You'll Bring To The Role

• Significant proven experience and/or qualification in governance within a similar sector (Public/Charity/Third Sector).
• Excellent understanding of governance processes and requirements from prior experience.
• Strong interpersonal, diplomatic communication skills, both verbal and written, with excellent organizational skills.
• Experience supporting and engaging with senior stakeholders, demonstrating initiative and leadership.
• Proactive, adaptable, and innovative problem-solving skills in complex environments.
• High-level minute-taking skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to change.
• Strong IT skills, including creating presentations.

Location & Travel

Hybrid working: primarily home-based with regular national travel.