Head of Governance & Company Secretary

This newly created role reporting to the Chief Executive will ensure the Foundation and wider group, including a new Community Trust, operates to the highest standards of governance, compliance, and regulatory integrity. Providing both strategic and operational support to the two Board of Trustees and trading subsidiary.

Leading the development and oversight of governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with our rules and all statutory and regulatory requirements, and acting as the Foundation's named Company Secretary.

This role also carries responsibility for overseeing the governance of our Scheme of Management, including its ongoing review and effectiveness., Lead and coordinate all Board, Governor, and Committee meetings, ensuring efficient and effective governance processes Preparing high-quality agendas, papers, minutes, and reports Advising Trustees and senior leaders on governance best practice and regulatory requirements (FCA, Charity Commission) Acting as Company Secretary, ensuring all statutory filings and records are accurate and up to date Maintain governance frameworks, policies, and compliance processes (inc. risk, conflicts, and safeguarding) Ensure alignment with the Charity Governance Code and Data protection requirements Support strategic decision-making, organisational planning, and reporting Build strong relationships with Trustees, Governors, and senior stakeholders Lead governance communications and reporting and manage annual meetings Line management responsibility, Whether it is creating diversity in our services or building new teams, we care about our people and the opportunities they have. We are committed to equality of opportunity across our organisation. At all levels we promote equality, ensuring our people are consistently treated in a fair and equal manner.

Significant governance experience in a charity, not-for-profit, or regulated environment Strong understanding of Charity Commission, FCA, and Companies House requirements Experience supporting Boards and developing governance frameworks Excellent written communication and organisational skills, including strong digital and IT skills Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and sound judgement Confident influencing and building relationships at senior level, Proactive, professional, and solutions-focused Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion Aligned with our values: Collaborative, Evidence-based, Impactful, Inclusive, Supportive Please note: Attendance at some evening/out-of-hours meetings will be required

Every member of our team is valued, which is why we support them with a range of benefits to help them thrive both inside and outside of work.

Our benefits are grouped around three priorities - Health, Work life balance/time and Finances

Health:
Cash Health Plan
Employee Assistance Programme

Aviva Smart Health 24/7 GP consultation

Cycle to work scheme

Time:
27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time)
Holiday buy / sell scheme
1 day paid Volunteering Leave per year (pro rata for part time)

Finances:
Company Pension
Life Assurance

Annual Wellbeing Allowance
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Employee Discount Scheme
Discounts for our venues