Average Governance Officer salary in the UK

Governance Officer - 1 year contract (East London or Essex) £40,500 - £45,000 (London) £38000-£42500 (Essex) Hybrid working- 3 days working in the school. We are seeking a highly organised and knowledgeable Governance Officer to support effective governance across one of our clients, a Multi-Academy Trust. This role provides professional advice to the Central Federation Board (CFB) and Local Governing Bodies (LGBs), ensures compliance with DfE requirements, and delivers high-quality clerking and administrative support. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice on governance legislation, policy, and best practice.Support Trust decision-making and compliance with DfE guidance.Prepare agendas, distribute papers, monitor quorum, and produce accurate minutes.Maintain governance records, statutory information, and compliance checks (e.g., GIAS, website requirements).Manage governor appointments, elections, succession planning, and training logs.Build effective relationships with Chairs, governors, Principals, and central team colleagues.Clerk CFB, committee, LGB, and statutory panel meetings (including some evenings). The ideal Governance Officer: Strong understanding of school or academy governance. (Multi-academy trust preferred)Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail.Able to interpret policy and legislation and provide clear, concise advice.Professional, discreet, and confident working with senior leaders. In return, you will join A supportive and collaborative central team and will have the opportunity to shape effective governance across the Trust. For the right candidate, our client can consider a part-time solution, with a 4 day working week. Salary is dependent on experience. Love Success is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Governance Officer - (East London or Essex) £40,500 - £45,000 (London) £38000-£42500 (Essex) Hybrid working- 2-3 days working in the school. We are seeking a highly organised and knowledgeable Governance Officer to support effective governance across one of our clients, a Multi-Academy Trust. This role provides professional advice to the Central Federation Board (CFB) and Local Governing Bodies (LGBs), ensures compliance with DfE requirements, and delivers high-quality clerking and administrative support. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice on governance legislation, policy, and best practice.Support Trust decision-making and compliance with DfE guidance.Prepare agendas, distribute papers, monitor quorum, and produce accurate minutes.Maintain governance records, statutory information, and compliance checks (e.g., GIAS, website requirements).Manage governor appointments, elections, succession planning, and training logs.Build effective relationships with Chairs, governors, Principals, and central team colleagues.Clerk CFB, committee, LGB, and statutory panel meetings (including some evenings). The ideal Governance Officer: Strong understanding of school or academy governance. (Multi-academy trust preferred)Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail.Able to interpret policy and legislation and provide clear, concise advice.Professional, discreet, and confident working with senior leaders. In return, you will join A supportive and collaborative central team and will have the opportunity to shape effective governance across the Trust. For the right candidate, our client can consider a part-time solution, with a 4 day working week. Salary is dependent on experience. Love Success is a top recruitment agency based in London, dedicated to connecting exceptional administrative and office support staff with the leading businesses across London and the UK. Whether you're a candidate seeking Personal Assistant roles in London or an employer looking to hire administrative and office support staff, our agency provides high-quality recruitment services tailored to your needs.At Love Success, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, embedding these values into every aspect of our operations. Our unwavering commitment to these principles is evident in our recruitment practices and our comprehensive training and development programs. We partner with organisations that share our dedication to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, where individuals can be their true selves in the workplace. Together, we strive to promote equality and create opportunities for all.Love Success is proud to serve as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

Governance Officer - Temporary AssignmentLocation: Sheffield City Centre (Hybrid - 2 days from home)Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday to FridayStart: Immediate start available in FebruaryContract: 6-month temporary assignment with potential extensionSalary: Competitive hourly rate paid weekly About the RoleHays is delighted to be supporting a high-profile organisation in Sheffield City Centre to recruit an experienced Governance Officer for an immediate temporary assignment. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a small but dynamic team responsible for formal governance, assurance and compliance activities. Working at the heart of a busy governance function, you will play a key role in supporting senior leaders and committee structures, ensuring effective decision-making and accurate recording of discussions and outcomes. This position requires an experienced, highly professional individual with exceptional minute-taking and organisational skills.Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality secretariat support to a range of committees and governance groupsPrepare agendas, commission papers, and coordinate meeting documentationProduce outstanding, accurate and detailed minutes to tight deadlinesMaintain governance records, actions and reporting requirementsWork closely with senior stakeholders, ensuring smooth and compliant governance processesSupport wider governance, assurance and compliance activity across the organisationHandle highly confidential and sensitive information with absolute professionalism and discretionWork independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment About YouTo succeed in this role, you will need: Previous governance, committee support or executive-level administration experienceProven outstanding minute-taking ability at a senior or strategic committee levelExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levelsHigh levels of professionalism, judgement and confidentialityThe ability to prioritise, multitask and manage competing deadlinesExperience working in a structured, fast-paced environmentConfidence to work independently, using initiative to progress workflows and actions What You'll Receive Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)Weekly pay, holiday accrual, and full support from your dedicated Hays consultantOpportunity to work in a respected and high-profile governance environmentPotential for the contract to be extended beyond the initial 6 monthsSalary guide £32,000 - £36,500 What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk