Governance Project Manager

VennGroup; Orpington; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

VennGroup is seeking an experienced Governance Project Manager to lead a key compliance programme and support strategic governance and sustainability initiatives. The role focuses on delivering the STAIRs work programme and preparing for Phase Two compliance by April 2027.

You will collaborate with the PMO, senior stakeholders and external consultants to drive delivery, coordinate governance activities and support the organisation's Sustainability Strategy in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• Experienced Project Manager with a strong governance and compliance understanding.
• Proven track record of delivering complex change or regulatory programmes.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, reporting and project governance.
• Knowledge of information governance and STAIRs regulations would be advantageous.
• Project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM or equivalent) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the STAIRs programme and implementation plan.
• Coordinate the Sustainability Working Group and monitor key actions.
• Support the development of the Sustainability Strategy.
• Act as the key liaison with the PMO, ensuring governance and change management processes are followed.
• Manage risks, issues, reporting and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide project and governance support across the wider Risk & Governance function.

Job description

Governance Project Manager

Location: Hybrid
Contract: Until April 2027 (3 days per week)
Salary: £60,000

We are seeking an experienced Governance Project Manager to lead the delivery of a key compliance programme and support the implementation of strategic governance and sustainability initiatives.

In this role, you will oversee the STAIRs work programme, ensuring the organisation is prepared for Phase Two compliance by April 2027. Working closely with the Project Management Office, senior stakeholders and external consultants, you will drive project delivery, coordinate governance activities and support the development of the organisation's Sustainability Strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the STAIRs programme and implementation plan
• Coordinate the Sustainability Working Group and monitor key actions
• Support the development of the Sustainability Strategy
• Act as the key liaison with the PMO, ensuring governance and change management processes are followed
• Manage risks, issues, reporting and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide project and governance support across the wider Risk & Governance function

About You

• Experienced Project Manager with a strong governance and compliance understanding
• Proven track record of delivering complex change or regulatory programmes
• Skilled in stakeholder management, reporting and project governance
• Knowledge of information governance and STAIRs regulations would be advantageous
• Project management qualification (PRINCE2, APM or equivalent) desirable

This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a high-profile compliance programme while contributing to the organisation's wider governance and sustainability objectives.