At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead governance, compliance, and risk management for a globally recognised charity.
- Company: Join one of the world's most respected charities during a pivotal growth phase.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Empower your career while contributing to a mission-driven organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that supports meaningful change and organisational growth.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in governance, compliance, and risk management; charity experience essential.
The predicted salary is between 76432 - 76432 £ per year.
Palatine Talent are proud to be partnering with one of the world's most recognised charities as it looks to recruit a Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk in a new role created to support the charity's strategic plans and ongoing global growth. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Corporate Governance, your remit will include:
- Ensuring robust governance, compliance, and risk management is in place across the charity and its global subsidiaries.
- Working as the trusted advisor and subject matter expert in corporate governance on behalf of the Board.
- Overseeing legal and regulatory compliance.
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive risk management framework.
- Leading an internal audit programme that fosters organisational learning.
- Embedding best practices in governance and compliance.
- Supporting effective trustee succession planning.
- Providing support for the Governance and Nominations Committee to ensure effective Board Governance.
- Providing expert advice on legal structures for subsidiaries.
- Developing a compliance culture covering data protection, money laundering, counter-terrorism, sanctions management, fraud prevention, and misuse of funds.
- Completing all regulatory filings (Charity Commission, OSCR, Companies House, ICO) within deadlines.
- Leading a team and empowering others to drive progress through fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
Applicants should be experienced Governance, Compliance & Risk professionals with a professional qualification in law, accountancy, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or corporate governance (ICSA). You will have extensive experience (5 years) in corporate governance, compliance, and risk management within complex organisations and should have expertise in managing legislative changes. Charity experience is essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded charity at a pivotal time of reorganisation and growth in an autonomous role where your contribution will directly support the charity's objectives. Salary of £76,432 with a comprehensive benefits suite including 10% pension, 25 days Hols (increasing to 31 with service), Bank Holidays, Holiday purchase scheme, 35 hours per week, Flexitime, Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in the office).
Applicants must have full and indefinite eligibility to work in the UK (through being a UK citizen or having gained ILR) and should live within a sensible commute of Warrington.
Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk employer: Palatine Talent
Join one of the world's most recognised charities as the Head of Governance, Compliance & Risk, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping governance and compliance strategies that support global growth. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working arrangements and generous holiday allowances, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive environment in Warrington.
