At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead governance processes and support decision-making for a high-profile organisation.
- Company: Established UK membership organisation with a focus on professional standards.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for strategic thinking and organisational improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in governance while collaborating with senior leaders.
- Qualifications: Strong governance experience and excellent stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 41000 - 44000 £ per year.
Governance Manager
Salary
£41,000–£44,000
Location
Central London | Hybrid working
Contract
- Permanent | 35 hours per week
- We are recruiting a
Governance Manager for an established UK membership organisation operating within a regulated professional environment.
This is a high-profile role working closely with the organisation’s senior leadership and governing bodies.
You will take ownership of governance processes, help ensure robust and effective decision-making, and strengthen the systems, reporting and stakeholder relationships that support the organisation’s strategic direction.
The role
You will be responsible for
- Leading and continually improving governance processes, ensuring they meet legal, regulatory and best-practice standards.
- Supporting the effective operation of the Board, Council and key committees.
- Coordinating governance cycles, including appointments, elections and annual member meetings.
- Developing and monitoring organisational KPIs and strategic reporting frameworks.
- Supporting business and strategic planning, including progress monitoring and reporting.
- Building strong relationships with trustees, committee members, senior stakeholders and colleagues across the organisation.
- Developing a consistent organisation-wide approach to stakeholder engagement.
- Overseeing the preparation and quality of governance papers, agendas and supporting documentation.
- Managing governance-related budgets and resources.
- Line managing and developing an Executive Assistant.
About you
We are looking for someone with strong governance experience gained within a membership body, professional association, charity or similar organisation.
You will ideally bring
- Experience supporting Boards, Councils, trustees or committees at a senior level.
- Practical knowledge of governance and relevant charity/regulatory requirements.
- Experience managing elections, appointments or comparable governance processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Experience developing KPIs, reporting frameworks, processes or procedures.
- Excellent organisation, written communication and attention to detail.
- Confidence working with senior leaders and handling sensitive or confidential information.
This would suit an experienced governance professional who enjoys combining hands-on governance delivery with strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement and organisational improvement .
Governance Manager in City of London employer: Memcom Recruitment
As a respected professional membership body, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, the organisation provides opportunities for professional development while fostering a member-centric culture that embraces change. Located in South Essex, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements, generous pension contributions, and excellent transport links, making it an attractive place to build a meaningful career.
