Governance Manager

2 days ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom St Edmund Hall Full time

Salary: £38,254 to £47,003 per annum

St Edmund Hall is seeking an experienced and proactive Governance Manager to support the effective administration, governance and compliance of one of Oxford's most historic colleges.

Reporting to the Finance Bursar, the Governance Manager will play a key role in supporting the Governing Body and a wide range of College committees, maintaining robust governance frameworks, managing policies and risk registers, coordinating Freedom of Information and Data Protection processes, and driving continuous improvement in governance practice.

This is a varied and responsible role requiring excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders across the College. The successful candidate will have significant administrative experience in a comparable setting (such as higher education, a charity, or the public sector), a sound understanding of governance and committee procedures, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

In return, you will benefit from working for a warm, supportive, and inclusive organisation offering strong opportunities for professional development, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • A free three-course lunch.
  • Excellent annual leave entitlement (up to 38 days per year) and additional days for long service.
  • Subsidised bus pass loans, season ticket loans and cycle scheme loan.
  • Access to the College's employee assistance programme (a 24-hour telephone and online advisory and counselling service).
  • Discount in University shops, free entry to other colleges and libraries, discounted computer software from the University Computing Service, free access to the Botanical Gardens and Harcourt Arboretum and discounted membership of the University's gym and pool.
  • Free annual flu vaccination.

The post is eligible for membership of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) which provides income when you retire plus sickness and life assurance benefits. Further details can be found at 

We are a very sociable team and arrange various staff events throughout the year including quizzes, a summer BBQ, a Christmas event and more

Interested candidates should visit the College's website ) for further information and details of how to apply.

The closing date for applications is on Wednesday, 14 January 2026 at 09:00.

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