Head of Governance and Assurance

Head of Governance and Assurance

Full-Time 85000 - 85000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
James Stevens Associates

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead governance and assurance for a dynamic social housing organisation.
  • Company: A small but impactful social housing association in West London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, generous leave, and professional development support.
  • Other info: Join a team focused on building a strong culture and direction.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of governance in a newly formed organisation with real community impact.
  • Qualifications: Experience in governance and assurance within social housing or similar sectors.

The predicted salary is between 85000 - 85000 £ per year.

James Stevens Associates are delighted to be exclusively working with a small but mighty Social Housing organisation based in West London. This is a new role for a recently formed Social Housing Association at a defining part in their journey.

  • Location: West London
  • Salary: £85,000 | Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
  • Benefits:
    • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service
    • SHPS pension scheme, with employer matching up to 5%
    • Annual corporate bonus linked to organisational and individual performance
    • Flexible working options
    • Professional membership reimbursement and funded development where relevant
    • Perkbox discounts and benefits
    • Interest-free season ticket loan
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Extended leave scheme, with the option to take up to a year away after a qualifying period

Formed through merger in 2024 of two established community-led housing providers, the organisation is building one culture, one operating model and one clear direction for the future. At their first and very recent regulatory judgement, the organisation has been given the grading of C2 for Consumer, G2 for Governance and V2 for Financial Viability. This will give the new incumbent a chance to improve and shape the organisation's new regulatory position from a place of strength.

Head of Governance and Assurance employer: James Stevens Associates

James Stevens Associates is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead governance and assurance within a dynamic Social Housing organisation in West London. With a strong focus on employee well-being, the company provides generous benefits such as flexible working options, professional development support, and an extended leave scheme, all within a collaborative culture that values community impact and personal growth.

James Stevens Associates

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Governance Frameworks
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Business Assurance
Strategic Planning
Stakeholder Engagement
Performance Management