[ref. g03702201] Governance Officer and Assistant to the Chair
About the Team
The Governance team ensures the highest standards of governance and compliance with legal and charitable requirements and best practice. We provide person-centred support and advice to all Council and committee members and the Executive as well as acting as the conduit for all communication and engagement with Council and committee members.
About the role
As Governance Officer and Assistant to the Chair, you will provide:
- Executive support to the Chair including managing their time and focus and enhancing their effectiveness through high-level and complex diary management
- High level support to Council members and Associates to ensure they are able to function effectively in their role
- Support to our wider governance work, including member selection, appointment and induction processes, ensuring a smooth workflow across all governance-related activities.
About You
You will be self-motivated, customer focused and exceptionally well organised, with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively in a busy environment. You will have experience of providing executive support and proactive, complex diary management for Board-level leaders.You will also bring a sound understanding of governance best practices, particularly in the public and charitable sectors.
Your interpersonal skills will be highly developed, with the ability to engage effectively and build productive, collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders. You will be reliable, professional and discreet in all aspects of your work, winning you the confidence of the Chair, Council members and senior Executive colleagues.
You will have excellent written communication skills and the ability to prepare succinct reports for a variety of purposes. You will have absolute attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
If you enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced, demanding role, have a ‘can do’ attitude with impressive organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail, we want to hear from you.