Senior Governance Officer
- Posted 16 December 2025
- Salary £25 - 30 per hour
- LocationCornwall
- Discipline Legal
- Reference168413
- Contact NameLiberty Parker
Job description
We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in the South-West, who are recruiting for an Senior Governance Officer on a 3-month contract with the possibility of extension.
The role can be conducted fully remotely, and they are looking for someone on a part-time basis, 2-3 days per week.
The position is due to start as soon as possible, and the hourly rate of pay is £25 - £30 p/hour via an Umbrella company.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Providing high-level governance support to the Head of Governance, Risk and Assurance and the wider team during a period of disruption and transition, ensuring continuity and delivery of key governance priorities
- Supporting continued implementation of the Association's Governance Action Plan
- Assisting with policy reviews and consolidation
- Working on processes and documentation for fit and proper persons checks, ensuring compliance and completeness
- Supporting the recruitment process for new non-executive director
- Providing high-quality minute-taking for Board/Committee meetings, ensuring accuracy and adherence to organisational standards
- Reviewing the organisation's compliance with Charity Commission requirements and related Charity law/regulation
Experience required:
- Social Housing Regulation and compliance, or similar regulated environment
- Proven experience in policy development and drafting high-quality Board/Committee papers
- Minute-taking expertise with ability to produce clear, concise, and professional records
Working hours:
- Circa 21 hours per week
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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