Governance Officer

Clarion Housing Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarion Housing Group in London is seeking a Governance Officer to support the Company Secretariat, ensuring the group meets legal and regulatory obligations and upholds high standards of probity.

You will handle signing and sealing of legal documents, contribute to assurance processes, support meeting servicing, and provide day-to-day administrative support. The role is hybrid with a base at Greater London House and requires office presence at least 2 days a week.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of corporate governance work.
• Experience in governance or company secretariat environment.
• Interest in gaining a Company Secretary qualification (ICSA or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Sign and seal various legal documents.
• Contribute to key assurance processes.
• Support the servicing of meetings and day-to-day administrative tasks.

Job description

Location: Greater London House, London

Salary: £30,264 to £41,613 per annum

Hours: 36 hours per week

Contract Type: Secondment/Fixed term contract - 12 months to cover maternity leave.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our existing team as a Governance Officer in London.

In this role, you'll support the Company Secretariat in ensuring Clarion fulfils its legal and regulatory obligations and maintains the highest standards of probity.

You'll be involved in a broad range of governance activity, including the signing and sealing of various legal documents, contributing to key assurance processes, supporting the Senior Governance Officer with the servicing of meetings, and day to day administrative support.

We're looking for someone with a good understanding of corporate governance work, gained through experience working in a governance or company secretariat environment. You'll have an interest in gaining the Company Secretary qualification from ICSA or other relevant qualification and building a governance career.

Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion, we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle - dive in and find out more here or please visit our website for more information.

Closing Date: Monday 16th November 2026 at midnight.

This is a hybrid role with a base location at GLH. Candidates will be expected to work from the office at least 2 days per week.

This post is subject to Basic Criminal Record Check Clearance.

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You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.