Senior Governance & Compliance Officer
Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £36,576 - £45,720 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid between our Mariner House, Dartfordofficeand home
At Moat, our people are central to delivering safe, high-quality homes and services that enable our customers to thrive. By supporting, developing and empowering our colleagues, we ensure they can provide the best possible service to the communities we serve.
We are seeking a Senior Governance & Compliance Officer to play a key role in supporting our Board, Committees, and Executive teams. This is a high-profile and impactful position where you will help ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance, and effective decision-making across the organisation.
As a senior member of the Governance & Compliance team, you will lead the delivery of best-practice governance processes, ensuring that Moat meets its Code of Governance and regulatory expectations. You will provide expert advice, drive continuous improvement, and help maintain a robust and transparent governance framework.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a highly organised and professional governance specialist with a strong understanding of governance frameworks within a regulated environment.
You will be confident working with senior stakeholders, including Board members, and able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. You will bring strong drafting skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to improving governance processes.
Essential
* S trong knowledge of governance and regulatory frameworks within the social housing sector
* Significant experience in a governance, company secretarial, or corporate governance role
* Excellent drafting skills, including minutes, reports, and formal governance documentation
* Experience supporting Executive teams, Boards, and Committees
* Experience using Board portal software (eg Diligent or BoardEffect)
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Word
* Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage complex information
* Ability to handle highly confidential information with professionalism and discretion
* Experience in case management and cross-departmental workingExcellent written and verbal communication skills
About us
Moat is a housing association in the South East of England, owning and managing over 20,000 homes across London, Kent, Essex, and Sussex. We're more than just a housing provider; we're a community focused organisation dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of our customers and the neighbourhoods we serve. As one of the Homes England delivery partners, we develop around 600 new homes every year. Our team of over 450 passionate professionals are committed to providing high quality, affordable homes, and excellent services to our customers.
Our values
* Own it: we take responsibility for our actions and deliver on our promises.
* Better together: We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve greater outcomes.
* Lead by example: We set high standards and inspire others through our commitment to excellence.
* Be the change: We embrace innovation and proactively address challenges.
Benefits
* Make a real impact in our communities.
* Work with a supportive and passionate team.
* Enjoy competitive salaries and generous leave.
* Benefit from numerous personal and professional development opportunities.
* Work in a hybrid way that allows you to work from our spacious Dartford office (or other regional offices including Maldon, Pollards Hill and Ashford) some days a week while also giving you the flexibility to work from home or another location that suits your needs.
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