Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week over 9 days a fortnight)
A better balance for you
enjoy every other Monday off!
At GCH, we believe work should work for you. Were a forward-thinking and flexible organisation that trusts our people to deliver great results
in the way that works best for our customers and for their own work-life balance.
Were now looking for an Assurance Officer (Governance) to join our team
someone who thrives on detail, loves improving processes, and takes pride in supporting strong governance and assurance across the organisation.
What youll do
Youll play a key role in ensuring GCH maintains its G1 rating by delivering high-quality, efficient, and professional performance and assurance reporting, alongside managing our insurance and data protection arrangements.
In this role, youll:
Support the delivery of the internal audit plan, liaising with auditors and coordinating follow-up actions.
Lead a programme of 2nd line assurance reviews, ensuring timely progress reporting to senior management, the Audit and Risk Committee, and the Board.
Take ownership of insurance management, from renewals and claims handling to broker liaison.
Promote strong Data Protection compliance across GCH, coordinating subject access requests and ensuring organisational risks are minimised.
Keep colleagues informed with clear and engaging communication about governance activities and sector updates.
What were looking for
Youll bring both expertise and enthusiasm to the role, along with:
Evidence of Continuous Professional Development .
Experience writing clear, insightful reports for Executive Teams and Boards.
Strong knowledge of Data Protection and Compliance requirements.
Experience within social housing regulation or a similar regulated environment.
Solid understanding of insurance management, including claims and renewals.
Excellent communication and influencing skills
you can engage, persuade, and build trust at every level.
Why join GCH?
Were not just another housing organisation
were a team that genuinely values flexibility, wellbeing, and personal growth.
Here, youll be empowered to make an impact, supported by a culture that believes in balance, trust, and purpose.
Enjoy every other Monday off, hybrid working, and a role that really matters.
Closing Date - 10th November 2025.
GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.
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