Senior Corporate Governance Officer

West-norfolk; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in King's Lynn is seeking a Senior Corporate Governance Officer to lead key corporate policy initiatives. This role involves acting as the Corporate Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Data Protection Officer, requiring a relevant degree and experience in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, research, and policy development skills, with an understanding of local government operations. Closing date for applications is 6 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in line management is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of local government operations is essential.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and equalities legislation will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead on key corporate policy areas and drive change.
• Act as Corporate Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Data Protection Officer.
• Support the development of policies ensuring compliance with legislation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Research skills

Policy development skills

Experience in public sector

Strategic thinking

Education

Relevant degree-level qualification

Job description

Senior Corporate Governance Officer

Salary: Starting salary between £38,268 and £46,269 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term Contract initially to December 2026

Location: Based at King's Court Council Offices, King's Lynn

If you are ready to lead on key corporate policy areas and drive meaningful change across council services, we have an opportunity for you. We are looking for a dynamic Senior Corporate Governance Officer to support the development and implementation of policies that underpin our commitment to safeguarding, equality, data protection, and anti-fraud initiatives.

This pivotal role offers the chance to act as Corporate Safeguarding Lead, Deputy Data Protection Officer, and Lead Officer for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure our policies reflect best practice and legislative requirements, while also leading on high-profile initiatives such as the White Ribbon Accreditation and the Care Leavers Covenant.

You will have excellent communication, research, and policy development skills, ideally with experience in the public sector. A relevant degree-level qualification and a strong understanding of local government operations are essential. Previous line management experience and knowledge of safeguarding and equalities legislation will be highly advantageous.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Closing Date: 6 November 2025

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