Strategic Governance & Compliance Lead

Gedu Global; Cheam; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Governance Manager to oversee corporate governance delivery. This role involves managing the Governance calendar, providing secretariat support to senior boards, and acting as a liaison between corporate and academic teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of higher education governance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel to UK and European campuses is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of higher education governance, including academic and corporate governance.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Governance calendar and ensure timely reporting.
• Provide high-quality secretariat support and advice to senior boards.
• Promote risk management practices throughout the organization.
• Liaise between corporate and academic governance teams.

Skills

Understanding of HE governance

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to travel to UK and European campuses

Education

Governance related qualifications or willingness to work towards

Job description

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Governance Manager to oversee corporate governance delivery. This role involves managing the Governance calendar, providing secretariat support to senior boards, and acting as a liaison between corporate and academic teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of higher education governance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel to UK and European campuses is essential.