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. To assist the Head of Governance in leading the ongoing development of governance processes and procedures, informed by relevant national and international directives, policy developments and good practice.
Role and Responsibilities
* Lead the planning and coordination of the Governance calendar.
* Ensure reporting deadlines are met in line with the Boards and Committee’s term of reference.
* Provide high‑quality, accurate advice and guidance on governance based on up‑to‑date understanding of a broad range of issues, systems and processes, best practice and frameworks.
* Provide secretariat support to senior boards and committees, assuring the quality and timeliness of agendas, minutes and actions.
* Lead elections to senior committees with the Head of Governance.
* Promote risk‑management best practice and embed risk management throughout the organisation.
* Take on special projects or assist the Head of Governance as required.
* Communicate between the Governance Team and Gedu Institutions, Directors and senior members of the organisation.
* Collaborate with the Head of Governance and the senior leadership team to ensure regulatory compliance.
* Liaise 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 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, 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 also be expected to demonstrate commitment to:
* GEDU values and regulations, including the equal opportunities policy.
* GEDU’s social, economic and environmental responsibilities, minimizing environmental impact and contributing to GEDU’s Environmental Policy.
* Health and safety responsibilities to ensure a safe and secure working environment for staff, students and visitors.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned.
Role Dimensions
* Direct Reports: Yes
* Travel: Yes
* Budget Responsibility: No
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Education
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