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Exciting Opportunity for a Governance Officer

Are you passionate about governance and looking to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a skilled and motivated Governance Officer to join our Governance team. This key role will support our Society's Board, executive, and senior management in navigating a range of legal, secretariat, and ESG matters. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding position that will allow you to grow professionally, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

As a Governance Officer, you'll work closely with the Head of Legal and Society Secretary to:

Provide comprehensive governance support to the Board, Executive Committee, and sub-committees, ensuring the highest standards of governance and effective decision-making processes.
Take the lead in preparing and organising committee agendas, meeting papers, and distributing relevant documentation.
Attend meetings and produce clear, concise minutes to ensure decisions are well-documented and effectively implemented.
Offer expert guidance on legal, regulatory, and organisational frameworks, providing advice on procedural matters related to Board operations and executive management committees.
Play a key role in supporting departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Who We're Looking For:

This role is perfect for someone who has:

Experience in corporate governance and supporting senior/Board-level executives.
A strong background in executive-level support and administration.
Experience working in financial services.
Exceptional writing skills with the ability to create clear and concise reports and briefings for various audiences.
A good understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Chief Executive Officer, Chair, and Non-Executive Directors in an organisation.
A keen interest in governance, compliance, and the drive to stay up-to-date with the latest developments.
Experience in preparing agendas, meeting papers, and taking accurate minutes at Board or committee level.
A proven ability to handle confidential data and sensitive commercial information.
Legal and/or governance qualifications, or a strong desire to pursue them.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to develop their career within the financial services sector. You'll work alongside a supportive team, gain exposure to senior decision-makers, and have the chance to contribute to meaningful change. If you're passionate about governance and want to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply!

In return we offer:

Salary of up to £45,000 per annum (FTE) depending on experience
Intelligent working practices enabling you to work both at home or in the offices in Brierley Hill - work where best suits your day ahead!
Basic holiday of 30 days + Bank holidays + Moments that matter days (Think birthdays, weddings + time off to getting the keys to a new house or welcoming a grandchild!)
Pension contribution of up to 8% of salary
Life assurance 4 x salary
Full Private Medical Insurance for you and your family
Healthcare plan covering some of those day-to-day health bills like your dental and optical bills
Access to our new Electric Car Salary Sacrifice scheme

Diversity and Inclusion

Our workplace culture is built on respect, inclusivity, and support for diversity, empowering every individual to feel valued as an essential part of who we are and who we strive to become. We are committed to treating everyone with the dignity and kindness they deserve, while actively encouraging and celebrating the unique qualities that make each of us who we are.

And that's not all…

We're officially a 'Great Place to Work' in the UK, and there's a reason for that. Check out our careers page for more information about what it's like to join The Dudley team, who we are, what drives us, and why you should join us