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 developing governance processes and procedures, staying informed of national and international directives, policy developments, and best practice.
Responsibilities
* Lead the planning and coordination of the Governance calendar.
* Ensure reporting deadlines are met in line with the Boards and Committee’s terms of reference.
* Provide accurate advice and guidance on governance, based on up‑to‑date best practice and frameworks.
* Provide secretariat support to senior boards and committees, ensuring agendas, minutes, and actions are timely and well‑distributed.
* With the Head of Governance, lead elections to senior committees.
* Promote risk‑management best practice throughout the organisation.
* Take on special projects or assist the Head of Governance as required.
* Communicate effectively between the Governance Team and GEDU institutions, directors, and senior members of the organisation.
* Work closely with the Head of Governance and senior leadership to ensure regulatory compliance.
* Act as a 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.
* Provide written and oral reports to the Head of Governance, CEO, and other senior staff.
* Maintain governance registers and policies, ensuring reviews and approvals are conducted as 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, Deputy CEO of GEDU, and its partner organisations.
Essential Skills and Experience
* Excellent understanding of higher‑education governance, including academic and corporate governance.
* Excellent written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication 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
* Commitment to GEDU values and regulations, including the equal opportunities policy.
* Commitment to GEDU’s social, economic, and environmental responsibilities, minimising environmental impact and contributing to the Environmental Policy.
* Commitment to health and safety responsibilities, ensuring a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and visitors.
Role Dimensions
* Direct reports: Yes
* Travel: Yes
* Budget responsibility: No
Seniority level
* Executive
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
* Education
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