Corporate Governance Manager (part time, 21 hours with working pattern/days to be agreed)

We are a not-for-profit organisation committed to increasing the diversity and numbers of young people entering engineering and technology to meet the future workforce needs, as well as promoting roles that help us work towards net zero and drive environmental sustainability. We currently have about 65 employees.

We are looking for an experienced and trusted individual to work closely with our CEO, Director of Finance and Corporate Services, and Board of Trustees to ensure strong governance across the organisation. You’ll work with our friendly leadership team to make sure that, as a charity, we have effective policies and procedures in place.

About the role

You’ll be accountable for managing all areas of corporate governance relating to our Board of Trustees and related committees. This will include providing general advice on corporate governance matters, drafting and updating governance policies and documents, organising recruitment of new trustees, induction and onboarding, preparing and circulating agendas and papers, and managing the schedule of corporate meetings.

You’ll also manage our register of interests, coordinate the risk register and report on it, provide advice on conflicts of interest, support internal audit, and work closely with the CEO and Director of Finance. You will work with senior colleagues to ensure regulatory requirements are met, including submissions to relevant bodies and supporting board and committee projects, such as Charity Governance Code compliance.

The role is London based at our office at 10 Lower Thames Street, London EC3R 6EN and may involve some travel within the UK. We believe that hybrid working has many benefits and are pleased to offer flexible working with a minimum of 40% of the week in the office and the option for a flexible start and end to the working day.

About you

• Significant experience in corporate governance and an understanding of the governance requirements of charities and companies.
• Ability to provide advice and to know when to seek legal advice in relation to governance and company law.
• Experience of working with people across the organisation to support and encourage them to meet deadlines.
• Experience of servicing a Board and/or Committee.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with an eye for detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to our mission and values, and engagement with equity, diversity and inclusion.

Education / level of experience

• 5+ years experience of working within corporate governance.
• Ideally hold an ICSA Postgraduate Certificate in Charity Management and/or ICSA/CGI Chartered Secretary.
• Ideally experienced in a small to medium-sized organisation with charity status.

Benefits

• 28 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays) pro-rated; including Christmas week closure.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• A vibrant office with terrace overlooking the Thames embankment and Tower Bridge.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life Insurance (4 × salary).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Long-term illness / incapacity insurance cover.
• Annual private health check for employees.

EngineeringUK is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where everyone feels they belong. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal opportunities employer and are open to flexible working, including job sharing.

We are a Disability Confident committed employer and guarantee an interview to any disabled people who meet the minimum requirements of the role. If there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to make this process easier, we are happy to do so.