Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic membership body to recruit their new Governance Manager.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a pivotal role at the heart of a respected international membership body, supporting the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer in driving innovation and a culture of continuous improvement in governance processes and procedures across the organisation.

The position is a permanent, full-time role, offered on a hybrid basis with three days per week based in the Rugby office.

As Governance Manager, you will lead the organisation in ensuring it operates with the highest standards of governance and compliance. Acting as a trusted adviser to the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team, and Board of Trustees, you will oversee the effective administration of the Board, member advisory bodies, and committees, managing meeting cycles, preparing first-class papers, and ensuring clear follow-up on all actions. You will play a key role in succession planning, recruitment, and induction for governance roles, while fostering strong relationships with senior leaders, members, and volunteers. Your responsibilities will include keeping governing documents and policies up to date and aligned with best practice, ensuring committees are appropriately constituted, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement in governance processes. You will also oversee contract management, advise on contractual terms, and liaise with external legal advisers when necessary.

We are looking for an exceptional organiser and communicator with significant experience in a senior governance and compliance role. You will bring proven experience of working with boards or committees, a strong grasp of governance frameworks, and the ability to interpret and apply governing documents and legislation. Chartered membership of a relevant professional body, such as CGI, combined with experience in charity governance, would be highly desirable.

If you are collaborative, agile, and motivated by supporting an organisation that drives professional standards and makes a global impact, we would be keen to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV  by the 9th of September 2025 at 23:59.

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.