Governance and Compliance Manager – HE Sector
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Role Purpose
To manage the professional delivery of corporate governance across GEDU including 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 leading the ongoing development of governance processes and procedures informed by the relevant national and international directives, policy developments and good practice.
Responsibilities
* Lead planning and coordination of the Governance calendar.
* Ensure reporting deadlines are met in line with the Boards and Committee term of reference.
* Provide high quality and accurate advice and guidance on governance.
* Provide high quality secretariat support to senior boards and committees.
* With the Head of Governance, lead the elections to senior committees.
* Actively promote risk management best practice throughout the organisation.
* Take on any special projects or assist the Head of Governance as required.
* Provide high quality communications between the Governance Team and Gedu Institutions.
* Work closely with the Head of Governance and the senior leadership team to ensure regulatory compliance is met.
* Act as 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 high quality 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 where 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 and Deputy CEO of GEDU and its partner organisations.
Essential Skills And Experience
* Excellent understanding of HE governance, including academic and corporate governance.
* Excellent written skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal 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
The candidate will be expected to demonstrate commitment to GEDU values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy. The candidate will also support GEDU’s Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities, minimize environmental impact, contribute to the delivery of GEDU’s Environmental Policy, and uphold health and safety responsibilities.
Role Dimensions
Direct Reports: Yes
Travel: Yes
Budget Responsibility: No
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
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