Senior Governance Manager

Bryan & Armstrong; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Governance Manager to deliver governance leadership and support across Board and Executive Committees on a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in governance roles within large organizations and be capable of managing high-quality compliance outputs. The role offers competitive pay at £600-£900 per day and a hybrid working model of 3 days onsite in London. Apply with your CV today.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Hybrid working arrangement

Opportunity for contract extension

Qualifications

• Experience as a Governance Manager or Company Secretary in a complex organization.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance best practices.
• Proven track record in drafting high-quality reports and Board papers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver company secretarial and governance services across various committees.
• Oversee governance planning and manage a schedule of meetings.
• Provide expert governance advice and ensure compliance with frameworks.

Skills

Governance management experience

Stakeholder management

Board paper drafting

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Board Portal systems

Tools

Diligent

AdminControl

Job description

Interim Senior Governance Manager

Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite)

Contract: 12-month Contract (Inside IR35)

Day Rate: £600-£900 per day

We're supporting a client delivering one of the UK's most significant and complex infrastructure programmes in the search for an experienced Senior Governance Manager to join their Company Secretariat function on a 12-month contract.

This is a high-profile role providing governance leadership, Board and Executive Committee support, and company secretarial oversight within a complex, fast-paced and highly regulated environment. You will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance frameworks, ensuring high-quality decision-making, and supporting senior leaders across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a full suite of company secretarial and governance services across Board, Board sub-committees, Executive Committee and governance panels.
• Lead the annual governance planning cycle, overseeing a schedule of 200+ meetings.
• Supervise and support governance colleagues, ensuring strong performance and quality outputs.
• Provide expert governance advice to senior stakeholders, ensuring decisions are made through the correct channels.
• Oversee effectiveness reviews and support continuous improvements across governance forums.
• Manage contributions to the Annual Report & Accounts and maintain statutory and regulatory records.
• Lead the review of governance documentation, policies and Board portal usage.
• Support onboarding of new Executive and Non-Executive Directors.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, delegations and internal control structures.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience as a Governance Manager, Deputy Company Secretary or Chartered Company Secretary within a large, complex or public sector organisation.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance best practice, processes and oversight frameworks.
• Proven ability to draft high-quality Board papers, minutes and reports on complex matters.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence operating at senior Executive and Board level.
• Experience improving governance processes and implementing structural changes.
• Highly organised with capability to manage heavy workloads and tight deadlines.
• Experience with Board Portal systems (e.g., Diligent, AdminControl).
• High levels of discretion, confidentiality and professional judgement.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to support governance for one of the UK's flagship infrastructure programmes.
• 12-month contract with potential for extension.
• Hybrid working: 3 days per week onsite in London.
• Competitive day rate: £600-£900 (Inside IR35).

How to Apply

If you have the senior-level governance expertise and company secretariat experience to excel in this high-profile role, please apply with your CV today.