Executive Assistant (Governance) - Temporary Contract
Godstone, Surrey £18 per hour 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend Onsite with potential to work from home 1 day per week
We're currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant (Governance) to join a values-led organisation based in Godstone on an initial 3-month temporary contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Executive Assistant or Governance professional to support senior leadership and trustees within a purpose-driven environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of governance processes, Board and committee administration, policy management, compliance tracking, and executive support to the Senior Management Team.
Key responsibilities will include:
Coordinating Board, committee, and SMT meetings
Preparing agendas, papers, minutes, and action logs
Maintaining governance and compliance registers
Supporting policy review and publication processes
Tracking organisational risks, actions, and deadlines
Providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
Managing confidential records, archiving, and documentation
Coordinating trustee onboarding, declarations, and training records
Supporting regulatory readiness and governance reporting
We're looking for someone with:
Previous experience in an Executive Assistant or Governance support role
Excellent minute-taking and organisational skills
Strong Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, calm, and solutions-focused approach
Experience supporting senior leadership teams or boards
Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be highly advantageous.
Due to the nature of the organisation, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check.
If you're immediately available and interested in joining a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.