Memcom Recruitment
Governance Manager
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Governance Manager
Salary: £41,000–£44,000
Location: Central London | Hybrid working
Contract: Permanent | 35 hours per week
We are recruiting a Governance Manager for an established UK membership organisation operating within a regulated professional environment.
This is a high-profile role working closely with the organisation’s senior leadership and governing bodies. You will take ownership of governance processes, help ensure robust and effective decision-making, and strengthen the systems, reporting and stakeholder relationships that support the organisation’s strategic direction.
The role
You will be responsible for:
- Leading and continually improving governance processes, ensuring they meet legal, regulatory and best-practice standards.
- Supporting the effective operation of the Board, Council and key committees.
- Coordinating governance cycles, including appointments, elections and annual member meetings.
- Developing and monitoring organisational KPIs and strategic reporting frameworks.
- Supporting business and strategic planning, including progress monitoring and reporting.
- Building strong relationships with trustees, committee members, senior stakeholders and colleagues across the organisation.
- Developing a consistent organisation-wide approach to stakeholder engagement.
- Overseeing the preparation and quality of governance papers, agendas and supporting documentation.
- Managing governance-related budgets and resources.
- Line managing and developing an Executive Assistant.
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About you
We are looking for someone with strong governance experience gained within a membership body, professional association, charity or similar organisation.
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You will ideally bring:
- Experience supporting Boards, Councils, trustees or committees at a senior level.
- Practical knowledge of governance and relevant charity/regulatory requirements.
- Experience managing elections, appointments or comparable governance processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Experience developing KPIs, reporting frameworks, processes or procedures.
- Excellent organisation, written communication and attention to detail.
- Confidence working with senior leaders and handling sensitive or confidential information.
This would suit an experienced governance professional who enjoys combining hands-on governance delivery with strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement and organisational improvement.
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