Do you have a passion for putting people first and like to work in a collaborative and values-driven organisation? Then this Governance Manager role will be of interest., Reporting to the Executive Director, this role will be shaping and driving improvements in governance, regulatory, and compliance frameworks. This role will provide expert guidance to the Executive Team, Board, and Committees, developing robust senior stakeholder relationships. The successful candidate will lead the risk and assurance management framework, delivering confidence through rigorous review and oversight and maintaining and developing a governance and regulatory framework identifying opportunities and risks to facilitate long-term planning. This role will be home-based but will require a commutable distance to Newcastle under Lyme as there will be occasions to be in the office. Job Description for the Governance Manager:

• To introduce new approaches and drive continuous improvement in all aspects of governance, regulation, and compliance
• To maintain and develop a governance and regulatory framework, identifying opportunities and risks to facilitate long-term planning.
• To undertake the provision of expertise on all governance and regulatory matters to the Executive, Board, and Committee,s building strong senior stakeholder relationships.
• To lead on the business risk and assurance management framework, regularly reviewing with stakeholders across the business and providing the Executive, Board, and Committees with assurance.
• Keep up to date with regulatory and legal changes to proactively adapt governance, risk, and compliance approaches.
• To work collaboratively, ensuring the provision of a high-quality Governance Business Partnering service to all areas of the organisation.
• To ensure compliance with relevant Codes and regulations, collaborating with stakeholders from across the business.
• To lead on the corporate policy framework and ensure that all governance policies and procedures meet the required legal and regulatory standards to support informed decision-making.

Candidate Requirements for the Governance Manager:

• Degree level or equivalent through relevant training and experience
• Substantial experience in leading the delivery of governance services
• Experience working in the Social Housing arena or related sector
• Substantial knowledge of best practices in governance and its implementation
• Experience of working with Board members and of Board development
• Knowledge of company law and the regulatory environment within which Aspire operates
• Experience in successfully leading and motivating teams
• Experience of working as a company secretary would be advantaeous
• Knowledge and experience in maintaining and developing an effective risk management framework
• Professionally qualified member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, or an equivalent qualification at a similar level would be an advantage
• Ability to prepare and present complex reports
• Excellent people management skills and ability to manage, motivate, and develop a team

Hours: 37 hours per weekSalary: £62,000 + Car allowance Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.