Governance Officer in London

Governance Officer Contract: 6 months
Hours: Full Time
Pay Rate: National: £14.03 per hour | London: £15.33 per hour
Location: Hybrid, 1-2 days in the office
The Role We are recruiting for a Governance Officer to support the effective delivery of governance and compliance activities within a well-established organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with governance, compliance, administration, or public sector experience who has strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
You will play a key role in supporting governance bodies, coordinating meetings, maintaining compliance processes, and responding to stakeholder enquiries. This position requires someone who can work collaboratively across teams, communicate effectively, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Respond to requests from internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate and provide administrative support to governance committees and boards
Organise meetings and support governance cycles
Prepare, collate, and distribute governance documentation
Take accurate minutes and maintain clear records
Provide logistical support to non-executive members fulfilling governance responsibilities
Monitor and maintain compliance processes and documentation
Analyse complex information and present it in a clear and concise format
Build positive working relationships across the organisation
Support continuous improvement and information management initiatives
About You To be successful in this role, you will have:
Experience working within a governance, compliance, administration, or public sector environment
A strong understanding of governance principles and best practice
Excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills
The ability to analyse and interpret complex documentation
Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Experience working collaboratively within a team environment
A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
Knowledge of Welsh Language Standards would be advantageous for roles supporting colleagues or customers in Wales
What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is:
Organised and dependable
Adaptable and flexible in their approach
Professional and customer focused
Comfortable working with confidential information
Able to work independently and take initiative
Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes
What We Provide Weekly pay (PAYE)
28 days annual leave
Auto enrolment into NEST pension
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within information governance and complaints management.
Apply Today If you have governance or compliance experience and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a values-led organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV today.
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