Average Governance Manager salary in North London

Governance ExecutiveAt The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape. We're looking for a Governance Executive to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £38,000 - £X43,000 (depending on experience) and a hybrid working pattern.What you will be doing;Manage the annual governance calendar and arrange Council, Board and committee meetings, including rooms, catering, technology and travel.Schedule meetings, circulate papers and maintain attendance records.Act as a first point of contact for members' administrative queries and monitor the governance inbox.Administer member inductions, reappointments and retirements, keeping records accurate and up to date.Coordinate the weekly governance newsletter and retain meeting documents in line with ICAEW policy.Support the team's GDPR, compliance and internal control processes, adapting to changing priorities in a busy office.What you will need;Experience supporting a busy team with competing deadlines and senior stakeholders.Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.The confidence to correspond with Council and Board members, and clear written and verbal communication.Sound judgement when handling sensitive and confidential information.A proactive, conscientious approach: able to work independently and support colleagues when needed.Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams, plus confidence learning new systems such as Diligent and Dynamics 365.What you can expect from us;A strong pension contribution from us of 9% Private medical cover with AXA (where eligible), alongside a healthcare cash plan Life assurance at 4x your salary 24 - 27 days' holiday depending on length of service, and the option to buy or sell extra days Hybrid working to help you find the right balance Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you It's all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below. Additional InformationWe reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Governance ManagerLocation: London – Hybrid – with regular travel to our Birmingham office.Salary: £49,010 - £56,865 (Basic salary + Location allowance of £4,500)Hours: Full-time 35 hours per weekContract: PermanentOpportunity for a governance professional to further expand their experience through providing high-quality support to the General Dental Council’s (GDC) Council, Committees and/ or Executive Leadership Team. About you As a Governance Manager, you will provide governance advice and secretariat services, including but not limited to: - Preparing, briefing, and distributing agendas and background papers.- Briefing meeting chairs and others prior to and during meetings with regard to the agenda and procedural issues.- Managing meeting logistics.- Preparing accurate minutes.- Contributing to meeting discussions as and when required.- Following up on actions from meetings, ensuring that decisions are communicated and that the progress of actions is monitored.- Taking responsibility for at least one area of policy review and administration in the team, for example, gifts and hospitality.- Supporting governance improvement and project work such as board-level recruitment, board effectiveness and development and providing governance advice to the organisation. The Governance Manager position sits as part of a wider governance team that is responsible for the overall delivery of the governance function. The Governance Manager will work with the Governance Team and GDC colleagues across a comprehensive range of governance activities. A key component of this role is working with sensitivity and firmness to manage complex requirements within a busy meeting schedule, whilst remaining calm under pressure. The ability to plan, manage and prioritise a number of work streams simultaneously is key. You will have a proven track record in arranging and preparing for senior-level meetings, preparing agendas, notes of decisions and papers, and drafting and interpreting governance documents. Excellent written communication skills are essential, as is the confidence and diplomacy to liaise with staff at the most senior levels. About UsOur primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education. Benefits The GDC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that provides an environment that reflects our values and culture and allows employees to flourish. To support this, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, including flexible working arrangements from day one and employee networks that aid growth and development. Some of our benefits include: - 27 days’ holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) - rising to 30 days (plus 8 bank holidays) after 2 years’ service- Flexi-time scheme- Employer pension contributions up to 10%- Buy/Sell annual leave- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave from 1 years’ service- Life assurance, income protection plan and enhanced sick leave policy- Staff discounts, including retail discounts, eye care contributions and discounted gym membership We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. How to apply To apply, please click the ‘apply’ button. Please review the job description via the apply button, which includes the competencies you will be assessed on in your application. As part of your supporting statement, please expand on your experience of working within a busy governance setting, supporting a senior Board, Committee or Executive Team. Closing date: 23:59 19 October 2026. Please note that we reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Please no agencies unless instructed otherwise.

Job Title: Governance ManagerJob Type: PermanentHours: 28-35 hours per weekDepartment: Finance and OperationsSalary: £45,751 FTE (£36,600.80 pro rata at 28 hours)Location: Hybrid – CoSRH Office (London Bridge) and home workingWho we areThe College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader and professional voice in sexual and reproductive healthcare. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, we set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all.Can you help us?We are looking for someone to strengthen and elevate governance across the CoSRH, ensuring we meet our statutory responsibilities as a company and registered charity while embedding best practice throughout the organisation.Working closely with the Chief Executive, President, Board Chair, Finance and Operations Director and wider College leaders, you will deliver high-quality, compliant governance activities. Many of these, such as member elections and Annual General Meetings, are vital to the College's reputation, so your expertise and judgement will really matter.A major focus will be leading a comprehensive governance review and driving improvements. If you can bring clarity, rigour and collaboration to complex governance challenges, we'd love to hear from you.The role· Provide expert advice to Officers, Trustees, Council Members, Chairs and senior leaders on governance, compliance and best practice· Lead and implement governance reviews to improve decision-making, efficiency and oversight, including opportunities to use AI· Act as the central point of coordination for all Boards, Committees, Working Groups and advisory bodies· Maintain the governance framework, including the annual calendar, terms of reference, delegated authorities, policies and procedures· Monitor action logs and decision registers, providing assurance on progress and compliance· Maintain governance records and website contentBoard of Trustees, Council and Committees· Oversee agendas, papers, presentations and chair's briefings, plan the cycle of business and write accurate minutes for the Board of Trustees (4 meetings a year), Council (4 meetings a year) and the Finance, Risk and Investment Committee· Draft papers and proposals on behalf of the Chief Executive, President and others· Track decisions between meetings, liaising with members, officers and senior colleagues to ensure actions are delivered promptly· Manage election and appointment processes to the Board, Council and committees, including succession planning and liaison with external suppliers· Deliver induction, recruitment, training and annual appraisal programmes for Trustees and Council Members· Manage the Register of Interests and declarations of interest, raising any conflicts with the Chief Executive or Board Chair· Keep up to date with company and charity law and promote a consistent, effective approach to servicing boards and committees· Oversee agendas, papers, meeting arrangements and action tracking for the EDI Committee· Support ad-hoc governance working groupsAGM and Elections· Working with the Board Chair and Chief Executive, deliver the AGM and any EGMs, including logistics, documentation, communications and voting arrangements· Manage all College elections, improving standards and ensuring adherence to best practice and our valuesData Protection, Information Governance and Statutory Responsibilities· Oversee GDPR compliance, acting as lead contact for data breaches and ICO reporting· Lead all Information Governance activity and embed good data governance practice· Oversee the corporate contracts register, governance complaints and statutory filings at Companies House and the Charity Commission· Work flexibly with the EA & Office Manager to provide cover when requiredYou will be· A governance professional, fully or part qualified through the Chartered Governance Institute (formerly ICSA), or with equivalent experience· Significantly experienced in supporting Boards, Committees and Chairs at executive or trustee level· Knowledgeable about committee governance, delegated authorities and decision-making frameworks· Meticulous, diplomatic and discreet· Highly organised, able to manage a complex workload and conflicting demands with limited guidance· Flexible and proactive, working autonomously and as part of a team· Skilled in IT, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and SharePoint· Committed to EDI in service delivery· Experienced in a governance team, ideally within a membership organisation, not-for-profit, public body or charity, with knowledge of charity sector governanceWe will offer you· 25 days' annual leave (pro rata), rising by 2 days after 2 years and a further 3 days after 5 years, plus a birthday day off· 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee) after probation, life assurance at 4x salary and income protection· A genuine flexible working culture· Employee Assistance Programme, free eye tests and Free Lunch Thursdays· An annual volunteering day and employee discounts portal· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay· Learning and development, from webinars and conferences to bespoke leadership developmentTo applyDeadline for applications is 23 October 2026 at MiddayInterviews are likely to take place w/c 2 November 2026Please contact us if you need any adjustments during the application process.We value diversity, promote equality and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications are anonymised to help minimise unconscious bias.We want to hear your genuine voice, so please be transparent about any AI assistance. Any suspected undisclosed use of AI during the recruitment process, including sift questions or interviews, will be marked down to ensure fairness for all applicants.Applicants must be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor work visas.