Job summary

Public sector organisation requires a Governance Officer

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Governance officer

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Governance Officer

Job description

The Governance Officer will support the Deputy Secretary in delivering the highest standards of corporate governance, ensuring compliance with the regulatory framework

The postholder will provide comprehensive administrative service to the Board Sub committees as required. The postholder will be expected to work on their own authority and initiative, prioritising their own time to ensure that deadlines are met, and work in collaboration with the Chair, Non-Executive Directors, Chief Executive and Executive Directors, Executive Assistants supporting the Executive Team, and partnership organisations.

The post holder must be able to embrace working in a dynamic and demanding office environment, while maintaining a high level of focus and attention to detail on specific tasks.

Experience

• Experience in a corporate governance role and minute taking at Board/Committee level
• Awareness of best practice in relation to the organisation and conduct of high-level meetings

A proven track record of building personal and professional credibility, maintaining confidence and establishing highly effective relationships with a range of stakeholders including Board and Committee members, management and staff

• Strong evidence of experience in handling complex arrangements to a high degree of accuracy, timeliness and effectiveness, including managing multiple deadlines.
• Producing accurate and professional committee level minutes for corporate organisations
• Reporting accurate, complete and timely reports
• Excellent communication skills with sensitive information, including the ability to communicate information/agreement with individuals at all levels in the Organisation