Governance & Committees Adviser

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Kingston University Full time £40,307 per year
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised team player to join the University's Corporate Governance and Committees Unit within the Corporate Services Directorate. In this pivotal role, you will provide high-quality administrative support to the Board of Governors and its sub-committees, ensuring the smooth management of committee business and assisting Governors in fulfilling their responsibilities.

You will bring relevant administrative experience within a higher education institution or similar organisation and will be able to demonstrate:

- Ability to take high-quality minutes and service meetings to a high standard

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Excellent organisational and multi-tasking abilities

- Confidence and resilience in working with senior stakeholders

- A collaborative approach, with the capacity to work independently at pace and under pressure

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and gain valuable insight into the governance of a university.

The Corporate Services Directorate leads and supports the University's governance, legal, risk, and data compliance functions. Its remit includes:

- Board of Governors support

- Legal services

- Health and safety

- Risk and business continuity

- Data returns and reporting

- Information governance

- Regulatory compliance

Working within this team offers broad exposure across the University, including involvement in major projects; regulatory engagement; and responding to government policy and legislation. You'll collaborate with senior managers, external partners, and peers across the University, contributing to the University's effective and efficient operations and the delivery of our innovative and ground-breaking Town House Strategy.

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £39,407 per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held on 11 December 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Kate O'Doherty , Governance Support Manager.

  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Notting Hill Genesis Full time £40,000 - £55,000 per year

    Senior Governance OfficerContract:Permanent - Full timeLocation:Bruce Kenrick House, 2 Killick Street, London N1 9FLSalary:£42,388 -£47,097 per annum for 35 hours per week.Job introductionWe're looking for a Senior Governance Officer to provide proactive support across NHG's boards and committees, including acting as Secretary to two to three committees or...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Government Relations Senior Adviser Government Relations Senior Adviser Number of jobs available1RegionLondon, NationalCity/TownLondonBuilding/SiteDEFRA GRP MARSHAM STREET, SW1P 4DFGradeStaff Grade 6Post TypeFixed TermRole TypeBusiness Management & ImprovementWorking PatternFull Time, Part TimeSalary Minimum£54,940 Pro-rataClosing Date:17/12/2025, 23:55...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Riverside Full time £3,250 per year

    Committee Member for Homes CommitteeBackgroundThe Riverside Group Limited (TRGL) is looking to recruit someone who has the knowledge and experience set out in the person specification. The successful candidate will take up a place on the Committee for an initial three-year term with the possibility of a second three-year term.About Riverside GovernanceThe...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Environment Agency Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Environment Agency (EA) is fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don't just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment.In this role you will protect and enhance the Environment Agency's reputation by working...

  • Governance Trustee

    2 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Blue Ventures Full time

    Location: Global, preferably in locations that intersect with BV's work in our programmatic countries. Closing date for applications: November 14, 2025Start date: Mid-December 2025Contract duration: Three years with a possibility of extension to six yearsWe rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communitiesBlue Ventures is a marine conservation...

  • Paralegal

    1 week ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom AMP Clean Energy Full time £30,000 - £45,000 per year

    London, WC1R 4PSOverviewHere at AMP, we are committed to supporting the energy transition by funding, developing, and delivering flexible energy solutions and helping businesses decarbonise.Our mission is to create a smarter energy future. We are relentless in our focus on tackling the central challenge of our age – the energy transition.The size and scale...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Jisc Full time £40,000 per year

    JOB TITLE: Audit and Risk management committee member - VoluntarySalary:non-remunerated / voluntaryHours:circa 4 hours per monthContract:3 yearsLocation:Hybrid - A blend of working from home and your nominated hub office. We have hubs located in London, Bristol, Manchester and Oxford.About Jisc:For 30 years Jisc has pioneered digital solutions for UK...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Town Planning Institute Full time

    We are looking for an individual who can bring experience in financial management, investment management and/or project management to the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Finance Committee. The RTPI is a professional membership organisation and charity for planners in the UK and Ireland.What difference will you make?The Board of Trustee has delegated...

  • Governance Officer

    2 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom The City of London Corporation Full time £42,750 - £53,310 per year

    Job DescriptionJob Alerts LinkApply nowJob Title: Governance OfficerPosting Start Date: 04/11/2025The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required have also been included. Workplace role categories describe our approach to workplace attendanceSalary: £42,750 - £53,310 per annum inclusive of all...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal College of Art Full time £40,000 - £70,000 per year

    The Royal College of Art (RCA) is seeking an experienced and proactive Governance Support Officer to play a central role in supporting and strengthening governance across the College. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the effective operation of the College at the highest strategic and operational levels. The role is full time and permanent,...