Head of Governance

Royal Academy of Dance; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a governance professional to work directly with the CEO. This exciting role involves shaping policies during a period of organizational change. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, ensuring compliance and regulatory adherence. You will support the board and its committees, contributing to strategy development and enhancing organizational performance. Join a positive workplace culture that values integrity and proactive attitudes, while enjoying a hybrid work model and a range of attractive benefits.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Bupa cash plan

Life assurance

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts via Perkbox

Qualifications

• Experience advising boards and executive leaders is essential.
• High personal integrity and confidentiality required.

Responsibilities

• Support the board on corporate governance and compliance issues.
• Assist with strategy development and organizational performance management.

Skills

Governance expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Education

Experience in governance or company secretary role

Job description

Location: 188 York Road, London SW11 3JZ

Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per year, dependant on experience

Application Deadline: Thursday, May 29, 2025

Interviews will be held in person at our HQ in Battersea, London on Friday 6 June 2025

The Royal Academy of Dance is a global leader in dance education and training. Our mission is to inspire the world to dance. We are a registered charity, a higher education establishment, and an awarding body.

This is a new role, working directly with the CEO, offering an exciting opportunity to shape effective policies and processes during a time of organizational change.

This position is ideal for an experienced governance professional seeking their next challenge. If you have expertise in governance, providing strategic and administrative support to boards and committees, with a focus on compliance and regulatory requirements, we would like to hear from you.

You will report directly to the CEO and support the board and its committees on corporate governance and compliance issues. There is also an opportunity to assist with strategy development and organizational performance management.

A thorough understanding of corporate governance and experience advising boards and executive leaders are essential.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate high personal integrity, confidentiality, and a proactive attitude.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in a governance or company secretary role
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why work for us?

We promote a positive workplace culture. While some in-office presence is required, we operate a hybrid model with most employees working three days per week in our accessible London offices in Wandsworth/Battersea. Attendance at all board and committee meetings, and other essential meetings, is mandatory.

Benefits include 25 days of paid holiday (pro rata), bank holidays, a birthday day off, contributory pension scheme, access to discounts via Perkbox, Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, Bupa cash plan, life assurance, season ticket loan, and cycle to work scheme.

Applicants must have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Full employment history and references are required for shortlisting.

All staff are expected to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and comply with the RAD's Safeguarding Policy.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities, from minority ethnic backgrounds, and from the LGBTQIA+ community. Please inform us of any access needs for the interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited for an interview. We cannot sponsor under the Skilled Worker scheme.

No agencies, please.

To apply: Click the ‘Apply Now’ link, complete the application form, and include a supporting statement explaining your interest and how you meet each requirement in the Person Specification, with examples. You may attach a CV of no more than 2 pages in the ‘Attach Personal Documents’ section. We look forward to your application.

For more information about the RAD, visit our website: https://www.royalacademyofdance.org