Corporate Governance Manager

3 days ago


Orpington, United Kingdom GEDU Global Education Full time

Role Purpose To manage the professional delivery of corporate governance across GEDU, providing high‑quality servicing for the Board of Directors, Executive Boards, and the Standing Committees of the Boards. To assist the Head of Governance in leading the ongoing development of governance processes and procedures informed by relevant national and international directives, policy developments, and good practice. Role And Responsibilities Lead the planning and coordination of the Governance calendar. Ensure reporting deadlines are met in line with the Boards and Committees’ terms of reference. Provide high‑quality and accurate advice and guidance on governance based on up‑to‑date understanding of a broad range of issues, systems, processes, best practice and frameworks. Offer high‑quality secretariat support to senior boards and committees, ensuring the quality and timeliness of agendas and minutes and their distribution, and following up on actions. Work with the Head of Governance to lead elections to senior committees. Actively promote risk management best practice and embed risk management throughout the organisation. Take on special projects or assist the Head of Governance as required. Provide high‑quality communication between the Governance Team and Gedu Institutions, Directors, and senior members of the organisation. Ensure regulatory compliance is met by working closely with the Head of Governance and the senior leadership team. Act as liaison between corporate and academic governance teams. Line‑manage and support the Governance Officer. Develop a network of influence with senior GEDU officers and external peers. Prepare high‑quality written and oral reports for the Head of Governance, CEO and other senior staff at GEDU. Maintain governance registers including policies, ensuring reviews and approvals are conducted where needed. Liaison With Gedu Staff Key relationships are with the Head of Governance, Provost, International Provost, Executive Boards, Academic Boards, Group Chief Finance Officer, Chief Operating Officer, CEO and Deputy CEO of GEDU and its partner organisations. Essential Skills And Experience Excellent understanding of HE governance, including academic and corporate governance. Excellent written skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent organisational skills. Willingness to travel to UK and European campuses. Desirable Skills And Experience Governance related qualifications, or willingness to work towards qualifications in corporate governance. Knowledge or experience in risk management. Other Information The candidate will also be expected to demonstrate their commitment to: GEDU values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy. GEDU’s Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities, minimising environmental impact in the performance of the role and actively contributing to the delivery of GEDU’s Environmental Policy. Their Health and Safety responsibilities to ensure a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and other visitors to the campus. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned. Role Dimensions Direct Reports: Yes Travel: Yes Budget Responsibility: No Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Education #J-18808-Ljbffr



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