Governance, Risk and Assurance Officer

irwell valley homes; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A social housing provider in Salford is seeking a Governance Risk & Assurance Officer. In this role, you will support the Head of Service, ensuring the governance function operates smoothly and effectively. Ideal candidates will have strong administrative experience, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive working environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Excellent professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven administrative or coordination experience, ideally within a governance, legal or compliance-focused environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft clear and concise minutes and communications.
• Experience in working with senior-level stakeholders and managing confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite and managing documents within a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential hands-on support to the Head of Service.
• Ensure smooth operation of Board Committee and core processes.
• Assist in governance and compliance activities.

Skills

Administrative experience

Strong communication skills

Managing confidential information

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Permanent 35 hours per a week Monday to Friday (agile working arrangements in place)

Wherever possible we are open to suggestion on the working hours and are happy to consider flexible job requirements such as job share, reduced hours, compressed hours etc. Just let us know as part of your application.

Closing date : 7th October 2025

Interview date : TBC (shortly after the role closes)

Interview location : Soapworks Colgate Lane Salford M5 3LZ

About IVH

Our organisation is all about people – the people who live in our homes, the people in the communities we serve and the people we work with.

So it’s no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us delivering great experiences for everyone!

We employ people who are passionate about making a difference, who can take responsibility and get things done. And we have developed an agile flexible culture which supports people to do this.

As a not-for-profit housing association we provide homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester. We build affordable new homes, work with partners to reduce homelessness and support people to reach their potential.

The role

The Heartbeat of Our Governance

Are you meticulously organised, a natural problem-solver, and driven by a passion for precision? Do you want to be at the centre of an organisation’s decision‑making process ensuring everything runs seamlessly and to the highest standard? Do you want to play a central role in ensuring our organisation operates with integrity, transparency and a robust approach to risk?

The Governance Risk & Assurance Officer role is the beating heart of our governance and assurance function. You will provide essential hands‑on support to the Head of Service, ensuring the smooth operation of our Board Committee and core processes. This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain deep exposure to the inner workings of a high‑performing and purpose‑driven social housing provider and develop a robust career in governance and compliance.

What you’ll be bringing

• Proven administrative or coordination experience, ideally within a governance, legal or compliance‑focused environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft clear and concise minutes and communications.
• Experience in working with senior‑level stakeholders and managing confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite and managing documents within a professional environment.

Why you’ll love working with us

• At Irwell Valley Homes we’re more than just a housing provider. We’re a team of dedicated people committed to making a real difference in people’s lives. We offer:
• A purpose‑driven, supportive and friendly working environment.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a great pension and well‑being initiatives.
• The chance to be part of an organisation with a fantastic culture and a powerful social purpose.

If you are a highly organised, positive and professional individual ready to take on a role that is both challenging and incredibly rewarding, we want to hear from you.

Everyone’s welcome here. Our culture is inclusive and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work so that they feel at home with us, and we trust and support people to do their best in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and colleagues.

If you want to be part of our team and join us in our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement to let us know why you are the perfect fit for this role.

The company

Irwell Valley Homes is a housing association providing affordable homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester and employing over 280 colleagues.

We are a charitable registered provider of social housing and offer homes mainly for social rent, with a small number for affordable rent, market rent and shared ownership. We also provide homes with support for people with dementia, mental health issues, learning and physical disabilities, those who have been made homeless and people affected by domestic abuse.

As well as providing homes; we deliver services and support to customers and work in partnership with specialist organisations to help them sustain their tenancies and thrive in life. We also engage with customers to shape services and review our effectiveness.

How we work

• Accreditations
• Good Employment Charter
• Disability
• Confident
• Armed Forces Covenant
• Living Wage Employer
• Houseproud

Key Skills

• Internal Audit
• Information Systems
• Community Support
• Environmental Science
• Information Technology Sales