Job Title:
Head of Governance / Company Secretary
Salary:
£83,000 per annum inclusive of OLW and MS; this represents band I
Location:
Gilwell Park (Hybrid), Chingford, London.
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Hours:
35 hours per week
The Head of Governance will ensure that the organisation (including subsidiaries) has robust and effective governance in place, complying with statutory requirements and good practice in relation to company and charity law and charity governance. They will be a key strategic leader, expected to lead the development and improvement of governance at The Scouts.
The post holder will provide strategic leadership of governance and associated functions, supporting the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to proactively and effectively lead and manage the organisation to operate efficiently at its best. They will also work collaboratively with key stakeholders such as The Head of Legal to provide high-level technical advice to members of the Movement and TSA staff concerning governing documents and key decisions, while supporting effective governance at headquarters.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide strategic leadership for governance and its development at The Scouts, serving as a key senior leader and critical support to The Board of Trustees.
2. Design and implement a strategic plan for the Governance function to meet the evolving needs of the organisation.
3. Ensure all legal entities within The Scout Association comply with regulatory requirements and remain up-to-date with changes in charity law and the wider regulatory environment.
4. Collaborate closely with the Head of Legal to ensure legal, regulatory, and statutory compliance, and that appropriate legal advice informs decision-making and governance processes.
Skills and Abilities:
* Proven leadership with a clear vision for organisational governance.
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
* Experience in designing and implementing organisational change and improvements across stakeholders.
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
Benefits:
* Award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations.
* 28 days holiday, increasing to 32 days after 2 years of service.
* Flexible working hours and arrangements.
* Opportunities to work in a manner that suits individual roles and departments.
For more details about The Scouts and our benefits, visit our website.
Closing date for applications: 23:59pm Sunday 15th June 2025
Telephone interviews will be held in the week commencing 23rd June 2025.
Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 30th June or 7th July 2025 (dates to be confirmed).
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The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate diverse needs and lifestyles. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, believing that diverse perspectives enhance our community and innovation. We look forward to hearing from all qualified candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr