At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead governance and risk practices to enhance decision-making and compliance.
- Company: Not-for-profit organisation focused on sustainable procurement in the UK public sector.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, wellbeing support, and a fantastic training budget.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving public sector projects across the UK.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local communities through effective governance and risk management.
- Qualifications: Experience in governance frameworks and corporate compliance; relevant qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
A not-for-profit organisation operating across the UK public sector. The organisation supports housing associations, local authorities, educational institutions, and other public bodies by delivering compliant procurement solutions for refurbishment, maintenance, and construction projects. Headquartered in the UK, the organisation has a nationwide presence and employs between 50 and 200 people. Its focus is on improving local communities through sustainable procurement practices, with environmental, social, and economic impact forming a core part of its strategy.
This position works closely with the Board and Senior Leadership Team to drive and enhance governance, risk and assurance practices across the organisation. The role plays a key part in ensuring robust decision-making, while leading the governance function and supporting its ongoing development to deliver an effective and focused service.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the governance function
- Supporting Board and Committee activity
- Overseeing compliance and data protection obligations
- Developing organisation-wide governance, risk and assurance processes
- Strengthening audit and assurance activity
- Maintaining strategic and operational risk frameworks
- Ensuring policies and controls remain effective and compliant
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Experience as a governance professional with a strong understanding of governance frameworks, regulatory requirements and corporate compliance
- A proven track record of providing high-quality advice and support to Boards and Committees
- Experience designing and embedding governance, risk and assurance frameworks at an organisational level
- Expertise in internal audit, risk management and compliance
- Relevant qualification (CGI) or experience
This role has a very generous holiday allowance, wellbeing allowance and a fantastic training budget.
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