Governance & Compliance Manager

Home Based – attendance on site (London) for board meetings and as requred
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Governance and Complance Manager to join a forward-thinking assisted housing and property consturction organisation committed to strong governance, regulatory excellence, and effective Board leadership.
This is a pivotal managerial role, operating at both strategic and operational level, leading the delivery of a high-quality governance and compliance framework. You will work closely with the Executive Team and Board Members, ensuring governance arrangements are robust, effective, and aligned with best practice standards.
The Role
As Governance and Compliance Manager, you will:
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Act as the principal liaison between the Executive Team and Board Members
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Lead the planning, coordination and servicing of Board and Committee meetings
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Oversee agenda planning, board pack preparation, action logs and forward planners
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Provide expert governance advice to senior leaders and Board Members
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Lead Board and Committee effectiveness reviews and development initiatives
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Manage Board appraisal processes, succession planning and training programmes
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Coordinate regulatory compliance and governance reporting activity
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Support preparation for regulatory inspections and in-depth assessments
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Oversee governance self-assessments and Code of Governance submissions
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Maintain governance frameworks, policies and delegated authorities
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Drive continuous improvement in governance processes and systems
This role requires a confident governance and compliance professional who can operate at managerial level, providing both constructive challenge and trusted advisory support to senior stakeholders.
About You
You will bring:
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Experience working closely with Boards or senior committees
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Strong governance and regulatory compliance experience
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Experience preparing high-quality Board reports and governance documentation
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Exposure to regulatory reviews or inspections
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A strong understanding of corporate governance principles
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The ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory frameworks
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Excellent organisational and communication skills
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High integrity, discretion and confidence engaging senior stakeholders
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks within the soical / assisted housing / building or regulated sector would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of governance at managerial level within an organisation that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. You will play a central role in strengthening governance effectiveness and ensuring regulatory assurance at Board level.
If you are an experienced governance professional ready to step into a visible, influential role, we would welcome your application. Experience in assisted housing, construction, social housing or working with registered providers will be highly beneifical