Governance Manager: Committees & Improvement

University-of-Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days' holiday

Pension scheme

Fitness facilities

Staff discounts

Travel schemes

Job summary

The University of Nottingham is seeking an experienced Governance Manager to deliver high-quality governance services and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

You will provide governance business partnering to university committees, manage meeting logistics, and contribute to governance resources, guidance, and training. The role emphasizes collaboration, adaptability, and a proactive approach to improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience of committee servicing, including agenda preparation and minute taking.
• Sound understanding of the importance of effective governance and decision-making processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Collaborative approach and commitment to delivering a high-quality business partnering service.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional governance business partnering support to a range of University committees.
• Manage the delivery of high-quality committee services, including the preparation of agendas, papers, minutes, and meeting logistics.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of governance guidance, resources, and training materials.
• Develop a strong understanding of a specific area of University activity and become a trusted source of governance advice and support.
• Support the continual improvement of governance processes and practices across the University.

Skills

Committee servicing

Governance knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Job description

The University of Nottingham is seeking an experienced Governance Manager to deliver high-quality governance services and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

You will provide governance business partnering to university committees, manage meeting logistics, and contribute to governance resources, guidance, and training. The role emphasizes collaboration, adaptability, and a proactive approach to improvement.