At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead governance and risk management to ensure transparency and accountability across the organisation.
- Company: Join a mission-driven organisation focused on improving lives and places.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, wellbeing allowance, and training budget.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working with opportunities for personal volunteering and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping governance and risk strategies in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree or equivalent experience in governance and risk management.
The predicted salary is between 66189 - 66189 £ per year.
The Group Governance and Risk Manager will play a pivotal leadership role in supporting our mission to improve lives and places. The postholder will ensure LHCPG operates with transparency, integrity and accountability, reflecting our values and reinforcing trust with the Board, colleagues and the communities we serve. Working closely with the Board and Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will shape how governance, risk and assurance operate across the organisation – ensuring effective decision‑making in practice, while leading and developing the governance function, including line management responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Support the Board and senior leaders, ensuring effective governance in practice – from decision‑making through to delivery.
- Embed a clear, practical approach to risk across the organisation, enabling teams to understand their responsibilities and take informed decisions.
- Lead the development of governance, audit and assurance – strengthening oversight and organisational performance.
- Oversee policy, compliance and data protection arrangements to ensure the organisation meets its obligations and maintains high standards.
Qualifications
- Applicants should hold a relevant degree, recognised governance qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent senior‑level experience.
- The postholder must bring a strong, current understanding of governance models, regulatory requirements and legal obligations, together with experience gained within a Secretariat or Governance team in a regulated environment.
- A proven track record of providing high‑quality governance support and trusted advice to Boards and Committees is essential.
- A demonstrable track record of designing, implementing and embedding governance and assurance frameworks at organisational level.
- Experience of leading the full internal audit cycle and using assurance activity to strengthen organisational performance.
- Proven ability to lead risk management frameworks and maintain strategic and operational risk registers.
- Experience of managing organisation‑wide policies and business systems to ensure strong governance and compliance.
- Experience of operating as a Data Protection Officer, with sound knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
- Demonstrable capability to exercise sound judgement, think strategically and lead through complexity and ambiguity.
- Well‑developed organisational skills, capable of managing competing priorities and operating confidently at senior level.
Benefits
- £66,189 per annum.
- Wellbeing allowance of £300 per annum via a portal (taxable).
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- 34 days holiday plus bank holidays, option to buy up more, plus birthday leave.
- Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan after probation (taxable).
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 1 year of service).
- 10 days per year ‘work from anywhere’ opportunity.
- 1.5 days personal volunteering leave and team volunteering opportunities.
- £1,000 per annum individual training budget and development support.
Group Governance and Risk Manager Hybrid - 3 days Uxbridge / 2 days Home Management/Directorate employer: South West Procurement Alliance
At South West Procurement Alliance, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages professional development. Located in the heart of the UK, we offer a unique chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.
Contact Details:
South West Procurement Alliance Recruitment Team
