Head of Governance

We are proud to be partnering with a large, well-established housing charity to recruit a Head of Governance into a pivotal leadership position.
With a housing portfolio of over 1,000 homes, our client is entering a significant phase of growth as they transition into a large registered provider, bringing increased regulatory expectations and opportunity.
This is a critical appointment, and we are seeking a highly experienced governance professional with recent and in-depth knowledge of social housing regulation and a strong understanding of charity governance frameworks.
 
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Associate Director of Governance & Legal, as Head of Governance you will take ownership of governance operations, risk management, and compliance across the organisation.
You will act as the technical expert, working closely with the Board and Executive Team to ensure robust governance, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management frameworks are in place.
This role will be instrumental in supporting the organisation through regulatory inspections and strengthening its position within the sector.
 
Key Responsibilities of Head of Governance:

Governance & Compliance

Lead the delivery of a high-quality governance and compliance framework
Ensure adherence to all statutory, regulatory, and legal obligations
Act as the key contact for the Regulator of Social Housing and other regulatory bodies
Provide expert guidance to senior stakeholders on governance and compliance matters
Oversee submission of all regulatory and statutory returnsBoard & Secretariat

Manage and coordinate Board and Committee processes
Ensure production of accurate, timely, and high-quality Board papers
Support Board effectiveness, including recruitment, induction, and developmentRisk & Assurance

Lead the organisation’s risk management framework
Oversee internal audit programmes and implementation of recommendations
Maintain and develop risk registers, reports, and governance dashboards
Manage insurance provision aligned to organisational riskLeadership & Stakeholder Management

Lead and develop governance functions and processes
Build strong relationships with Board members, executives, and external partners
Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement 
About You:
We are looking for a candidate who can bring:

Recent, in-depth experience within social housing regulation
Strong knowledge of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and inspection processes (IDA experience essential)
Proven expertise in governance, compliance, and risk management
A solid understanding of charity law and governance frameworks
Extensive experience supporting Boards and Committees at a senior level
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
The ability to operate as a trusted advisor to senior leadership teams 
What’s on Offer
Our client offers an excellent benefits package, including:

Generous annual leave
Buy & sell holiday scheme
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Competitive pension scheme
Life assurance
Health cash plan
Blue Light Card access
Employee discounts and rewards
Annual salary reviews
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Ongoing training and development
Clear career progression opportunities 
Why Apply?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a mission-led organisation at a time of transformation, where you will play a key role in shaping governance, driving compliance, and supporting long-term strategic growth.

If this Head of Governance role is of interest please apply or contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed)