Your new company

You will be working for an exceptional and benevolent educational charity that supports young people. For years they have successfully and ambitiously pioneered their purpose and intend to continuously champion those they have set out to support. Their strategic plans and goals are inspirational and will undoubtedly impact the lives of several young people across the UK. To be a part of this charity means that every day you will get to work towards a philanthropic notion, surrounded by others with the same motivation, resulting in a lovely, but hard-environment and innovative environment that promotes excellence.

Your new role

This role sits at the heart of the organisation, leading on and ensuring best practice in all governance and compliance related matters, reporting directly to their Director of Finance. You will develop and implement monitoring and reporting policies, work closely with senior teams to enhance governance standards, and support Trustees, Clerks and Local Governing Bodies with high-quality information and guidance. You will ensure the organisation consistently complies with the Charity Governance Code, and Department of Education Governance requirements. On top of this, you will have a voice and contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation, line manage a direct governance report and support with financial planning.

What you'll need to succeed

You must be CGI qualified or significantly qualified by experience in charity governance, demonstrating up-to-date knowledge of all relevant regulations. You will have worked closely with senior stakeholders, and have a proven track record of successful relationship management with strong people and communication skills. You will have experience of data protection and safeguarding, having worked in a similar environment.

What you'll get in return

You will be spending your working hours in a philanthropic and purposeful manner, collaborating with individuals who have all chosen to cheerlead this organisation's goals. They offer hybrid and flexible work, good benefits and the chance to lead the governance function, supporting their organisational plans.

What you need to do now

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