Governance Officer: Boards, Minutes & Compliance

Sanctuary Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life Assurance

Employee Advice Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary health plans

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Employee recognition scheme

Staff Networks for inclusion

Job summary

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Governance Officer in Worcester to support Boards and Committees, ensuring regulatory and legislative compliance. The role involves coordinating meetings, preparing papers, and maintaining governance records with a strong focus on accuracy and stakeholder service.

You will work alongside an experienced Governance and Company Secretarial team in a friendly, professional environment, with opportunities for development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a similar governance role or with transferable skills.
• Experience supporting meetings, including papers and minutes.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the effective operation of Boards and Committees through robust governance processes.
• Building positive relationships with Board Members, Directors and colleagues across the organisation.
• Coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and managing the production of high-quality papers and minutes.
• Reviewing and formatting reports to ensure consistency and professionalism.
• Supporting Board and Committee member training and development activities.
• Maintaining governance records, registers and documentation, ensuring information is accurate, up to date and compliant.
• Contributing to governance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Providing a flexible, responsive and customer-focused service to stakeholders across the Group.

Skills

Governance experience

Meeting preparation

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Job description

Sanctuary Group is seeking a Governance Officer in Worcester to support Boards and Committees, ensuring regulatory and legislative compliance. The role involves coordinating meetings, preparing papers, and maintaining governance records with a strong focus on accuracy and stakeholder service.

You will work alongside an experienced Governance and Company Secretarial team in a friendly, professional environment, with opportunities for development and a comprehensive benefits package.