Senior Governance Advisor

Responsibilities:

• Supporting high-level governance arrangements, including for the Board, and their sub-boards and committees.
• Help design and implement best practice governance processes
• Act as a key liaison point between the Delivery Team and senior leaders, including the CEO, Chair, NEDs and Directors
• Running the secretariat for a top-level body, ensuring meetings are well-prepared, efficiently delivered and clearly documented to support effective and transparent decision-making
• Advising teams, Directors and the CEO on governance matters and supporting the development of clear, strategic decisions
• Lead specific workstreams and contributing to team-planning, remaining adaptable and focused amid shifting priorities
• Fostering a positive, inclusive team culture, role-modelling supporting behaviours and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals.

Skills required:

• 2 years Corporate Governance experience
• Experience supporting governance functions with a good understanding of governance frameworks, principles, and best practices
• Strong experience administering meetings, including preparing agendas and papers, drafting accurate minutes, and coordinating timely follow-up.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure, managing competing demands and tight deadlines.
• Sound judgement in handling sensitive or high-profile matters.
• Project management skills and mindset
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders, building credibility and influencing decisions through effective communication and collaboration.

This is a hybrid role - 3 days onsite in Newcastle.