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Job Title: Director of Governance & Assurance
Location: London (hybrid - 2 days per week in the office + Board meetings)
Contract Type: Permanent
Industry: Housing

Are you a strategic and operational leader with a passion for governance and assurance? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where compliance and best practises are paramount? If so, we invite you to join our client, a growing and complex organisation in the housing sector, as their new Director of Governance & Assurance!

In this pivotal role, you will provide sector-leading company secretariat, governance, and assurance, ensuring that the organisation's governance structure effectively manages regulated activities and commercial group entities. Your expertise will guide the Chief Executive, Chair, and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in navigating the complex landscape of regulation, corporate governance, and business conduct.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance: Ensure the organisation complies with all relevant legal, constitutional, and regulatory requirements while designing effective governance controls to support the Board and SLT.
• Data Protection: Oversee data protection as the organisation's information controller, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Board Meetings: organise and facilitate Board and committee meetings, ensuring they are well-structured and minutes are accurately recorded and distributed.
• Board Development: Collaborate with the Chair and Chief Executive to implement continuous improvement initiatives for Board systems and effectiveness.
• Risk Management: Develop systems and processes that align with governance best practises, ensuring robust risk management arrangements are in place.

Your Qualities:

We are looking for an individual who embodies a strategic and principled leadership style, ensuring the highest standards of governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. You should possess:

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and management skills to oversee governance and assurance functions.
• Organisational Expertise: A highly organised approach to managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Analytical Acumen: The ability to analyse and interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements with ease.
• Exceptional Communication: Excellent communication skills to provide clear guidance and support to Board members.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail in record-keeping and compliance monitoring.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, law, finance, or a related field (a master's degree or MBA is a plus!).
• Significant experience in a senior leadership role, ideally within governance, risk management, or compliance in the housing sector.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing governance frameworks and driving organisational performance improvements.

Why Apply?

• Impactful Role: Make a significant impact on the governance and assurance landscape of a leading organisation in the housing sector.
• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for continuous learning and development in a supportive environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values transparency, accountability, and proactive engagement.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead with integrity in the governance and assurance space, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now!

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