Salary
Grade 9 - £71,064 - £82,158
Contractual hours
36
Basis
Full time
Package
Permanent
Full Time (36 Hours)
Date posted
15/12/2025
Job reference
BH000841
Join our team as a Governance and Compliance Lead
We're looking for a skilled and proactive Governance and Compliance Lead to guide our organisation's approach to governance, risk, compliance and assurance. This is a key role that ensures we operate with integrity, transparency and in line with all statutory, legal and regulatory requirements. You'll work closely with senior leaders and the Board, shaping strong governance practices and supporting a culture that champions accountability, openness and high standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and maintain governance frameworks, policies and internal controls, ensuring high‑quality support and assurance for the Board, Committees and senior leaders.
* Provide strategic guidance on governance, legal, regulatory and compliance matters, and oversee Board member recruitment, induction and development.
* Manage regulatory compliance and engagement, including preparation for inspections, horizon scanning and maintaining a strong regulatory position with the Regulator of Social Housing.
* Lead strategic risk management and the internal audit programme, ensuring risks are identified, monitored and mitigated, and that audit recommendations are implemented effectively.
What you'll need to succeed
* Extensive experience in governance, compliance, legal or risk roles within a regulated environment, along with experience influencing senior leaders and Boards.
* Strong understanding of governance best practice, housing regulation, risk management and regulatory compliance, including work with the Regulator of Social Housing.
* A strategic mindset paired with a practical, hands‑on approach, high levels of integrity and sound professional judgement.
* Strong digital capability across Microsoft 365 tools, and a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
* Ongoing professional development, with relevant governance, compliance or audit qualifications considered an advantage.
What we offer
* Hybrid working & flexibility – supporting work-life balance
* Generous annual leave – starting at 27 days, rising to 32 days after 5 years
* Birthday day off – take your birthday as paid leave
* Buy or sell annual leave – flexible options to suit your lifestyle
* Local bank holiday – extra day off around New Year
* Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
* Free on-site parking at key office locations
* Employee Assistance Programme – emotional wellbeing support for you and your family
* Cycle to Work & Car Leasing Schemes – save on tax and NI
* Pension schemes with life insurance cover
* Healthcare cash plan – claim back costs for dental, optical, physio & more
* Lifestyle discounts – cashback and savings at major retailers
* Learning & development opportunities – grow your career
* Volunteer days – up to 5 paid days to give back
Interview Date(s): Date to be confirmed in early 2026.
Are you ready to play your part? .
Applying Instructions
In your cover letter, please provide examples that meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the Role Profile and Person Specification. Your selection for an interview will be based on this information.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
As a Disability Confident employer, we aim to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact us at if you need any support with your application.