Senior Governance Officer

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is partnering with a Housing Association in South-West England to find a Senior Governance Officer for a part-time role, 2-3 days per week. The position, which offers a competitive hourly rate of £25-£30, is fully remote and requires recent experience in social housing governance and compliance. The successful candidate will assist with policy development, minute-taking for Board meetings, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated environment, preferably in social housing.
• Ability to draft high-quality Board and Committee papers.
• Skills in producing clear and concise minutes.

Responsibilities

• Provide governance support to the Head of Governance and wider team.
• Assist with policy reviews and consolidation.
• Support the recruitment process for a new non-executive director.
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements.

Skills

Social Housing Regulation and compliance

Policy development

Minute-taking expertise

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in the South‑West, who are recruiting for a Senior Governance Officer on a 3‑month contract with the possibility of extension. The role can be conducted fully remotely, and they are looking for someone on a part‑time basis, 2‑3 days per week. The position is due to start as soon as possible, and the hourly rate of pay is £25‑£30 p / hour via an Umbrella company.

Duties

• Providing high‑level governance support to the Head of Governance, Risk and Assurance and the wider team during a period of disruption and transition, ensuring continuity and delivery of key governance priorities
• Supporting continued implementation of the Association's Governance Action Plan
• Assisting with policy reviews and consolidation
• Working on processes and documentation for fit and proper persons checks, ensuring compliance and completeness
• Supporting the recruitment process for new non‑executive director
• Providing high‑quality minute‑taking for Board / Committee meetings, ensuring accuracy and adherence to organisational standards
• Reviewing the organisation's compliance with Charity Commission requirements and related Charity law / regulation

Required Experience

• Social Housing Regulation and compliance, or similar regulated environment
• Proven experience in policy development and drafting high‑quality Board / Committee papers
• Minute‑taking expertise with ability to produce clear, concise, and professional records

Working Hours

Circa 21 hours per week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.