Lead Governance Professional

We are looking for an experienced Lead Governance Professional to lead the governance function of a dynamic and values-driven education organisation.

This is a high-impact role working closely with the Trust Board, Members, Trustees, Local Governing Bodies and senior leaders, providing expert governance advice and ensuring effective compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

If you're an experienced governance professional looking for a role with genuine strategic influence and the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and Trustees, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £39,863 - £44,075 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Working Pattern: All year round (part-time and term-time options may be considered)

Hybrid working available after training period - 2-3 days WFH

The Role

• Providing strategic governance advice to the Trust Board, Members and Local Governing Bodies.
• Ensuring governance structures and processes are effective, compliant and aligned with best practice.
• Advising on constitutional matters, delegated responsibilities and DfE requirements.
• Leading high-quality clerking and meeting management for the Board and committees.
• Maintaining governance records, registers, statutory disclosures and compliance documentation.
• Supporting Trustee and Governor recruitment, onboarding, succession planning and training.
• Monitoring governance effectiveness and supporting continuous improvement.
• Acting as a key point of contact with external bodies including the DfE and ESFA.
• Line managing and developing a member of the governance support team.

About You

• Proven experience in a governance or compliance role, ideally within a Multi-Academy Trust, education setting or corporate environment.
• A strong understanding of school governance, the Academy Trust Handbook and DfE compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise and influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing competing priorities and deadlines across multiple governance bodies.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or line managing others.
• A professional governance qualification such as CGI, NGA or equivalent would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £39,863 - £44,075 salary
• Permanent position
• Pension and healthcare
• Technology and car schemes
• Instant discounts
• CPD and professional development opportunities