Governance Professionals

WMJobs; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leave 24–32 days plus 8 bank holidays

Flexible working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts

Hybrid working

Free parking

Job summary

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking a Governance Professional to advise the governing body in conjunction with the School Governance Service on governance, constitutional and procedural matters. You will support the board with effective administration and ensure proper constitution.

Join a team committed to inclusive practices, with flexible working and a strong leave package, as the council emphasises staff wellbeing and local community impact.

Qualifications

• Provide advice to the governing body on governance, constitutional and procedural matters.
• Provide effective administrative support to the governing body.
• Ensure the governing body is properly constituted.
• Manage information in accordance with legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to the governing body in conjunction with the School Governance Service on governance, constitutional and procedural matters.
• Provide effective administrative support to the governing body.
• Ensure the governing body is properly constituted.
• Manage information effectively in accordance with legal requirements.

Skills

Governance knowledge

Administrative support

Constitutional matters

Information management

Job description

Telford & Wrekin Council,

Provide advice to the governing body in conjunction with the School Governance Service, on governance, constitutional and procedural matters including:

• Providing effective administrative support to the governing body.
• Ensuring the governing body is properly constituted
• Managing information effectively in accordance with legal requirements

We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.

What we offer

• We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy.
• Flexible working & career progression
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
• Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas

Attached documents

JD - Governance Professionals.pdf