The Governance and Exec Support Manager will play a dual role:
Managing governance and compliance arrangements to ensure the effective operation of the Board of Trustees and its sub-committees.
Providing high-quality executive support to the Principal and senior leadership team, enabling them to operate efficiently and strategically.
This is a pivotal role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage complex governance processes while also delivering proactive executive assistance.
Key Responsibilities
Governance and Compliance Management
Support the Clerk (currently the Finance Director) with the day-to-day management of the work of the Board of Trustees and its committees, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Assist the Clerk with the preparation and management of agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring they are delivered in a timely and accurate manner.
Oversea and monitor the Board and Sub-committees’ compliance on governance, regulatory matters, and best practice.
Maintain up-to-date records of governance activity, membership, and statutory filings.
Maintain a repository of previous policy versions to enable effective auditing.
Support Board recruitment activities, including induction, training, and evaluation processes.
Ensure effective communication is facilitated between the Board, sub-committees, and the executive leadership team.
Executive Support
Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Principal and the Clerk, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting arrangements.
Support the senior leadership team with scheduling, coordination, and preparation of key documents and reports.
Manage the flow of information to and from the Principal and leadership team, ensuring priorities are addressed promptly.
Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing papers.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times.
Experience & Skills –
Essential
Proven experience in a governance or company secretarial department.
Experience providing executive or senior administrative support at leadership level.
Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking.
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
High level of IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, digital board portals, etc.).
Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage multiple priorities.
