Governance Manager (Deputy Company Secretary)
Location: Edinburgh / Hybrid
Contract: 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Lead Governance. Influence Strategy. Make an Impact.
Our client is seeking an experienced Governance Manager (Deputy Company Secretary) to join their organisation on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an established governance professional to play a key role in supporting Board effectiveness, regulatory compliance and strategic decision-making across a complex and highly regulated environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will lead corporate governance, committee administration, information governance and regulatory compliance activity across the organisation. Acting as a trusted adviser to the Board, Committees and Executive Team, you will help ensure robust governance frameworks and effective decision‑making at all levels.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and continuously improving the organisation's governance framework.
- Acting as Deputy Company Secretary and advising on governance and constitutional matters.
- Supporting the Board and Committees through effective planning, administration and governance oversight.
- Leading on information governance, data protection and Freedom of Information compliance.
- Ensuring regulatory obligations and statutory requirements are effectively managed.
- Developing and leading a high-performing governance team.
- Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, Board members and regulators.
About You
To be successful, you will have:
- Significant experience in governance within RSL, company secretariat, compliance or committee services.
- Experience advising Boards, Committees and senior leadership teams.
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and governance best practice.
- Experience of UK GDPR, data protection and information governance.
- Excellent communication, relationship management and organisational skills.
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
Desirable
- Chartered Governance Institute (CGIUKI) qualification, or willingness to work towards it.
- Company Secretarial or Data Protection qualifications.
- Experience working within housing, health, social care or another regulated environment.
Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer.
Governance Manager within RSL employer: Morgan Hunt
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