Governance and Compliance Manager temporary 3-6 months in Sheffield

Governance and Compliance Manager required for temporary job opportunity in Sheffield Initially a temporary role for 3-6 months, this role could become permanent for the right candidate. Full Time (37 Hours) Salary level £42,840 Sheffield | Hybrid Working (Minimum 3 Days Office-Based) Immediate Start Available Hays Business Support are pleased to be recruiting for a Governance and Compliance Manager on behalf of a growing public sector organisation based in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile directorate supporting robust governance, compliance and assurance arrangements within a complex regulatory environment. This temporary assignment is expected to last between 3 and 6 months and would suit an experienced governance, compliance, risk, information governance or corporate services professional who can operate confidently within a statutory framework and manage a varied portfolio of responsibilities. This position could become permanent for the right candidate. The Role You will play a key role in ensuring effective governance, assurance and compliance arrangements are maintained across the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, legal advisers, independent panel members and external partners, you will support transparent decision-making processes and ensure statutory obligations are met. Key responsibilities will include: Managing governance and assurance frameworks and associated processes Coordinating formal meetings, reports and decision-making activity Supporting risk management reporting and compliance monitoring Administering governance panels, hearings and review processes Leading on information governance compliance, including GDPR requirements Managing Freedom of Information requests and publication obligations Producing high-quality reports, briefings and governance documentation Liaising with senior leadership teams and external stakeholders Monitoring adherence to legislative and regulatory requirements Supporting audit, assurance and continuous improvement activitiesAbout YouWe are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate: Previous experience within governance, compliance, risk, audit or regulatory environments Strong knowledge of information governance, GDPR and compliance frameworks Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and statutory requirements Excellent written communication and report-writing skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience working with senior stakeholders and building effective relationships A proactive, solution-focused approach with exceptional attention to detail The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriatelyWhat's on Offer? Immediate temporary opportunity 3-6 months, temporary permanent opportunity £42,840 Full-time hours, Monday to Friday Hybrid working pattern with a minimum of three days in the Sheffield office Competitive hourly rate Opportunity to gain valuable public sector experience Potential extension beyond the initial assignment period What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)