At a Glance
- Tasks: Support senior decision-making meetings and ensure compliance with governance standards.
- Company: Goldsmiths, a world-renowned university known for creativity and academic excellence.
- Benefits: 28 days annual leave, flexible working, and a range of wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Inclusive environment focused on diversity and professional development.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and make a real impact on governance processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in governance and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.
The Secretariat team sits within the Governance and Legal Services Department which supports good governance for Goldsmiths and ensures compliance with its many statutory and regulatory responsibilities.
This role requires working closely with Council members and the Executive Leadership Team to ensure that our most senior decision‑making meetings operate to a high standard, fulfil their statutory and regulatory duties and deliver on the Board’s ambitions for improved and streamlined processes.
We are looking for an effective, experienced and keen Governance Officer to join our small friendly and busy team.
We have generous benefits – an agile working environment, 28 days annual leave plus 6 paid closure days (4 at Christmas and 2 at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays, great transport links, a defined benefit pension scheme, support for professional development, and a broad range of wellbeing initiatives such as staff choir, running club, and creative writing classes.
At Goldsmiths, University of London, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion shape how we lead, learn, and work. We are committed to building an inclusive and respectful environment, removing barriers and addressing inequalities so that everyone in our community can belong and thrive.
Governance Officer employer: Goldsmiths, University of London
Goldsmiths, University of London, is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, where creativity and academic excellence are at the forefront. With generous benefits including agile working, extensive leave, and a commitment to professional development, employees are supported in their growth while contributing to meaningful governance processes. Located in a dynamic area with excellent transport links, Goldsmiths offers a unique opportunity for Governance Officers to thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to equality and diversity.
Contact Details:
Goldsmiths, University of London Recruitment Team
