Governance & Compliance Officer

Location: Blackpool (Office-based)

Salary: Competitive + competitive benefits package

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (35 hours per week)

Reporting to: Head of Governance

We are seeking a Governance and Compliance Officer to join our team following the retirement of the current post holder. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in governance, working at the heart of organisational decision-making and supporting senior stakeholders.

The role provides high-quality administrative, secretariat and governance support to the Board, Committees and associated governance processes, ensuring compliance, accuracy and professionalism at all times.

• Provide full secretarial support to the Board of Directors, including agenda coordination, meeting preparation and minute-taking
• Produce accurate minutes and maintain records of decisions and actions
• Track and follow up on Board actions, ensuring deadlines are met
• Maintain registers (e.g. Directors' interests) and ensure documentation is issued and signed appropriately
• Support Board Committees and governance groups as required
• Ensure all governance processes are documented, mapped and maintained

• Facilitate meetings using MS Teams, including document sharing and coordination
• Liaise with Directors, presenters and stakeholders ahead of meetings
• Draft professional communications (formal and informal) to a range of stakeholders
• Provide administrative support for Annual General Meetings (AGMs), including documentation and minute-taking

• Support governance and compliance activities such as Companies House filings
• Ensure GDPR-compliant handling of all documentation
• Assist with Director selection processes and governance reviews
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records

• Support governance projects, including sensitive or confidential work
• Provide cover for colleagues within the Governance team as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement of governance processes

• Experience in governance, company secretarial, compliance or senior-level administration
• Proven experience taking formal minutes at Board or Committee level
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written communication skills, including drafting professional emails and documents
• Confident using MS Teams and digital tools for meeting facilitation and document sharing
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders

• A clear desire to pursue a career in governance
• Ability to quickly step in and support an established meeting cycle
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently
• Collaborative and flexible team player

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent

• Experience working with Boards, Committees or volunteers
• Awareness of compliance, risk management or corporate governance frameworks
• Familiarity with SharePoint or similar systems
• Understanding of UK Corporate Governance Code or company law

• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK for meetings

• Pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 4% from day one
• Health Cash Plan (post-probation) covering dental, optical and wellbeing costs
• Annual flex pot to spend on benefits such as additional holiday, pension, gym membership or cycle to work scheme
• Critical illness and income protection cover (post-probation)
• 34 days holiday including bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme and legal advice line
• Additional insurance benefits including travel and personal accident cover

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in governance within a supportive and professional environment, working closely with senior leadership and playing a key role in organisational effectiveness.