Corporate Governance Manager 12 month Fixed Term Contract in London

Corporate Governance Manager 12 month Fixed Term Contract
Job Description Job Requisition ID: 33780 Job Closing Date: 14th January 2026 London, GBR, W12 7FA
JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: D
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time
DEPARTMENT – BBC Studios, CO – SEC
LOCATION: London – TVC
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £45,000 – £50,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. Plus London Weighting Allowance £5,441. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
WE ARE BBC STUDIOS
A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world’s most sought‑after TV, audio and digital content.
Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Corporate Governance Manager role will work collaboratively within the Company Secretariat team, engaging with senior stakeholders including members of the BBC Studios Executive Committee, BBC Commercial Board, Statutory Directors, and colleagues across BBC Studios and BBC Public Service. This role is accountable for the effective delivery of key governance and compliance obligations, as well as the management of committees and related processes.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM
You will be part of a highly respected team that sits at the heart of BBC Studios. You will collaborate with a broad range of knowledgeable and supportive colleagues across the organisation. You will also have the support from our Company Secretary who will prioritise your development, is focused on high quality delivery, and will coach you to be the best that you can be.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT
Collaborate with the Company Secretary to maintain accurate statutory registers using Diligent Entities and ensure regular reviews.
Support governance processes across a portfolio of high‑profile companies.
Assist with Board and Committee requirements, including the Studios Executive Committee, Strategic Finance Committee, and Operations Committee.
Lead the annual statutory accounts programme for approximately 160 companies, coordinating with finance, tax, directors, and secretariat teams.
Manage governance queries by preparing papers, resolutions, and briefing notes.
Produce a monthly snapshot of the commercial group companies, ensuring that this is accurate and identifies changes since the previous report.
Oversee quarterly