Average Governance Officer salary in the UK

Governance and Compliance Manager Leatherhead, Surrey (Please check commute before applying) Competitive Salary, Company Car, Private Medical Insurance, Hybrid Working (3 days office/2 days home), Office Lunch Allowance, 25 Days Holidays plus Bank holidays with option to buy/sell, Group Income Protection, Pension 6% Matched, Free Parking, Free Car Charging, Great Flexible Benefits including Dental, Access to ECS Car Scheme and access to Hyundai Sponsored events! Job Purpose: Responsibility for developing, updating, deploying and monitoring adherence to policies, processes and standards related to data protection and good IT governance. Being a SPOC for all aspects of data protection and management within HMUK and Genesis. Key Responsibilities Data protection Risk management - identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could arise from noncompliance to regulations in data protection.Compliance Monitoring - ensuring compliance with the GDPR and making sure IT policies and procedures are followed. Prepare compliance reports for HoS according to established frequency and on request.Data protection impact assessments - conducting a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) for existing operations and new projects / processes that may present a high risk to individuals (employees, customers)Audits - undertaking periodic internal audits and regularly updating data protection processes, support external auditsConsent policies - establishing consent policies for data aligned with Legal Dept and Headquarter guidelinesCustomer data retention - establish the process and monitor its compliance across HMUK, Genesis and 3rd partiesTraining and Awareness - educating employees about GDPR policies, procedures and best practices to foster a culture of data protection awareness. Prepare and execute an annual training plan.Be a key member of Data Breach Task force, Disaster management team, Business continuity team etc to manage and resolve all issues related to Data protection.Design and implement onboarding and offboarding processes for employees, a new vendors IT evaluation process; data sharing process and related system requirementsMaintain an up-to-date understanding of regulatory requirements and industry changes Governance, Project Management and Reporting Support HoS to develop the optimized governance and compliance strategy and the implementation roadmap, in conjunction with HME/HMC and Legal Dpt.Lead & Implement GDPR and governance related projects aligned with this roadmap.Work collaboratively with IT Security & Compliance Manager and Legal dept to validate and approve the data protection measures established by 3rd parties who have access to HMUK dataAccountability reporting - Create internal process with clear requirements for reporting to Top management which would cover all data and information-security related issues, both handled by Legal and IT, to assure proper exchange of information and risk managementEstablish and enforce IT governance frameworks, policies, standards and processes aligned with commercial and financial business objectives.Design and establish process for AI tool utilisation approvalDesign and establish process for policies, procedures and processes creation, approval and update Personal Specification Knowledge of Compliance and Regulations, relevant laws and standards related to Data protectionExperienced in creating IT governance frameworks and their implementation.Attention to detail; meticulous approach to identifying and addressing risks.Process mapping experienceStrong communication skills; proficiency in conveying good governance concepts and policies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Good project management skills (APM/PMI certification)At least 5 years’ experience in an IT governance and / or compliance role within B2B2C businessesTrack record of continuous learning in the governance and compliance field

Governance Officer | Fixed Term - 6 months + | £35,000 - £40,000 | London - Hybrid Working On behalf of one of the larges house builders and social landlords in the UK, we are recruiting a Governance Officer on a 6-month FTC. Reporting to the Company Secretary, the Governance Officer will provide a full range of company secretarial and governance support and advice across the organisation. The Governance Officer will ensure the company takes a robust approach to corporate governance through the delivery of first-class administrative and company secretarial services and that it complies with all organisational, legal and regulatory requirements. Main Duties: Provide high-level proactive secretarial and administrative support and guidance to Boards, Committee, and officer governance groupsDeliver arrangements for ensuring forward planning, preparing agendas and Board Packs, minute taking and action trackingSupport the Company Secretary in company administrationStatutory and regulatory filings and maintaining corporate records; signing and executing documents and compliance with standing and financial ordersWork collaboratively with the other Governance OfficersSupport the process for self-assessment of compliance with regulatory standards and adopted codes and the annual committee appraisals and effectiveness reviewsEnsure the organisation remains legally and regulatory compliance via the identification of new requirements by conducting horizon scanning Person Specification: ICSA / CGI qualification or part-qualified with substantial experience at Assistant Company Secretary or Governance Officer levelWorking knowledge of CA2006 and corporate governanceAble to grasp complex legal and regulatory documents and provide related adviceAbility to take a hands-on approach to a wide range of company secretarial needsExperience of using Board PortalsExcellent discretion and integrity handling confidential information and working with senior stakeholders Benefits: 35 days annual leave including bank holidaysAgile / hybrid workingExcellent pension scheme and non-contributory life-assuranceInvestment in career development and trainingHealth, wellbeing, employee assistance and employee discount schemes ________ As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Temporary Governance Officer (12mth FTC) Wooburn Green, Bucks. Hybrid role (2 days Office / 3 days WFH) New opportunity for an experienced Governance specialist to join a leading charity association for a 12month assignment. The role: You'll be responsible for providing Governance support to the Group Board, Committees and Executive Board on decision-making and ensuring an effective delivery of professional governance and company secretarial services for the group. This will include: Governance Provide professional support ensuring the smooth running of board / committee activities (i.e., agenda planning, meeting arrangements, collation, and distribution of papers, advising on legal and regulatory requirements and procedures. Also drafting of accurate and succinct minutes, recording, and disseminating key decisions, capturing action points from the discussions, and following up directly with senior staff). Deliver the company Annual General Meetings, other shareholder meetings & scheduled Board & Committee meetings with associated documentation.Manage the maintenance of an accurate and up-to-date record of Board and Executive decisions.Design and deliver training on governance and company secretarial related issues; providing guidance to colleagues on governance policies and procedures. Company Secretarial duties: Assist with management of the submission of filings and returns in accordance with reporting timescales and ensure that all deadlines are met (including Companies House, the Financial Conduct Authority, the Charity Commission and other Regulators).Assist the Head of Governance with managing the Board Member learning and development programme and activities for board members.Responsible for updating/maintaining other systems and records. Keys Skills & Experience Required: Degree level or equivalent with demonstrable Governance and Company Secretarial experience at an equivalent level to this positionStrong reputation for personal integrity, planning, organisation and maintaining confidentialityDiscreet, tactful and the ability to maintain confidentiality (dealing with sensitive business information)Ability to take accurate, succinct minutes of meetingsProactive, problem-solver who takes personal responsibility for assessing situations and making decisions within established policy, procedures and recognised best practiceDemonstrate strong time management and prioritisation skillsCurious and interested in different aspects of the business and its operations.Effective communication including clear, concise verbal and written skills Apply now for further information.