Senior Executive Officer (Governance)

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Executive Officer (Governance) to provide high-level support. This role involves executive assistance, governance compliance, and facilitating board operations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in PA or governance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The position is home-based with monthly attendance in London, offering a salary of £42,935.56 per annum on a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in a governance or business support role.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confident minute taker with experience in managing documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the Director/COO.
• Organise directorate meetings, including agenda planning.
• Provide governance support across the directorate.

Skills

Strong PA background

Experience supporting senior leaders

Excellent organisational skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Job description

Morgan Hunt are currently working with an Ombudsman Body in their search for an interim Senior Executive Officer (Governance) to provide high-level executive, governance and business support. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PA, governance or senior administrative professional to support directors and contribute to the wider corporate governance function.

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Executive Officer (Governance)

Location: Home-based (with monthly London attendance - expensed)

Salary: £42,935.56 per annum

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (12 months)

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Start Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the Director/COO, including diary management, inbox management and coordinating correspondence.
• Organise and support directorate meetings: agenda planning, minute taking, logistics and action tracking.
• Provide governance support across the directorate, including policy development and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Support governance boards and committees, ensuring papers, logistics, travel and arrangements are efficiently managed.
• Prepare reports, briefings and packs for internal and external meetings.
• Assist with the maintenance of risk registers, assurance mapping and monitoring key governance deadlines.
• Respond quickly and professionally to support requests from senior leaders.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Provide cross-team cover and contribute to continuous improvement in governance processes.

Candidate Profile

• Strong PA, executive support, governance or business support background.
• Experience supporting senior leaders in complex or regulated environments (public sector, housing, regulatory bodies desirable).
• Confident minute taker with experience managing agendas, papers and action logs.
• Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office and MS365 skills.
• Able to work independently, handle competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Professional, discreet and confident building relationships at all levels.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected national organisation and play a key role in its governance and assurance activity. You'll work closely with senior leaders, contribute to corporate governance processes, and gain wide exposure across the directorate while supporting essential organisational functions.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Alfie Robinson at Morgan Hunt on for more information.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.