Governance Manager - (8761)

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Manchester seeks a Governance Manager to support effective governance and compliance arrangements. You will lead governance reviews, advise on constitutional matters, and establish strong stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in governance, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to customer service. This role offers a flexible working arrangement and aims to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in governance within higher education or large organizations.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Highly organized with a flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Review governance and regulatory requirements proactively.
• Lead and advise on constitutional matters within the University.
• Provide support service to University decision-making bodies.

Skills

Governance experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Job description

About the Directorate

Legal & Governance provides a high quality, professional service in the areas of legal advice and risk management support, information governance, University governance & secretariat services and insurance.

About the Department

The Governance and Secretariat team is responsible for providing a high-quality support service to the Board of Governors, University Executive Group, Academic Board, and a number of University-level committees to help ensure that the University has efficient and effective governance arrangements.

About the Role

As Governance Manager, you will be a leading member of the Governance and Secretariat Team and will support the Head of Governance and Secretariat in ensuring that there are efficient and effective governance and regulatory compliance arrangements in place within the University that uphold good governance principles.

Key Responsibilities

The role will include proactively reviewing governance and regulatory requirements, identifying where improvements can be made, and delivering solutions to ensure that the University's governance and regulatory compliance arrangements add value, and are robust, efficient and effective. The postholder will work closely with key stakeholders in ensuring that there are effective governance arrangements in place within the University, by leading and advising on constitutional matters, supporting the academic governance function and the governing body, and providing a professional support service to the University Executive Group and other decision-making bodies of the University. This includes agenda planning and preparation of papers, attending meeting and taking notes/minutes and undertaking any follow up actions.

Key Skills & Experiences

You will have experience of working at a similar level within higher education, or other large complex organisation, ideally in governance. You will have a high standard of literacy, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent organisational skills. With the ability to use excellent communication skills, you will establish positive and effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels and across a broad range of areas. You will be committed to excellent customer service, are highly organised and have a flexible approach to your work with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity and benefits we offer, please read the JD and Candidate Pack provided below.

Assessment Process

• To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter detailing your suitability, on the application portal.
• For informal enquiries, about this vacancy, please contact Michelle Halliwell, Interim Head of Governance and Secretariat on [e-mail]
• Interviews will be scheduled on 3rd/4th February, 2026 and a written task on the day of the interview will be set.

If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.