Interim Assistant Director of Governance

West London Waste Authority; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation in London is seeking a motivated Interim Assistant Director of Governance. This role involves providing oversight and assurance for governance, risk, compliance, and audit functions. Applicants should have senior-level experience in governance with strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of up to £82k per annum and follows a hybrid work model of 1–2 days a week.

Qualifications

• Proof of senior-level experience in governance, audit, or risk, ideally in the public sector.
• Ability to present complex issues with clarity.
• Work effectively with senior leaders, boards, and auditors.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight across governance, risk, compliance, and audit functions.
• Develop and embed a robust governance framework.
• Manage and mentor a small team for effective decision-making.

Skills

Senior governance experience

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of statutory responsibilities

Job description

Overview

• Location: West London, London
• Salary: Up to £82k per annum per year

An exciting 12-month fixed-term opportunity has arisen for an experienced governance professional to take on a senior leadership role within a complex public sector organisation in West London (hybrid 1–2 days a week).

Position: Interim Assistant Director of Governance

As Assistant Director - Governance, you'll provide oversight and assurance across governance, risk, compliance, and audit functions, working closely with senior leaders, boards, and auditors.

A key focus of the role is developing and embedding a robust governance framework that will leave a lasting legacy, ensuring statutory compliance and driving a culture of accountability and transparency throughout the organisation. This role also includes managing and mentoring a small team, strengthening capability, and ensuring governance supports effective decision-making across all levels of the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight and assurance across governance, risk, compliance, and audit functions.
• Work closely with senior leaders, boards, and auditors.
• Develop and embed a robust governance framework; ensure statutory compliance.
• Drive a culture of accountability and transparency throughout the organisation.
• Manage and mentor a small team; strengthen capability and governance support for effective decision-making.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Proof of senior-level experience in governance, audit, or risk, ideally in the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of statutory responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex issues with clarity.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders, boards, and auditors in a complex environment.

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