Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term contract
Hours: This role could be done on a part time basis - 3, 4 or 5 days a week
Closing Date: 23:59 on 21/04/2025
Salary: £36,000.00 to £40,000.00 dependent on your location, skills, knowledge and experience (please note this range includes London weighting)
Location: Birmingham or London
Interviews: Will be via Teams on 25th and 28th April
Are you passionate about strong governance and making a meaningful impact? We're looking for a Governance Manager to play a key role in ensuring The King's Trust operates smoothly and efficiently on a 12-month, Maternity cover basis. (this role is open to suitable candidates who would like to work on a part-time basis over either 3 or 4 days per week, or can be full-time).
From taking a lead on governance matters, working directly with ELT and Trustees, to leading on the implementation and monitoring of our Environmental Management, you'll be at the heart of ensuring our organisation remains accountable and effective.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives on organisation, loves problem-solving, and is confident working with senior leaders. You'll be the go-to person for governance queries, managing committee meetings, and keeping policies up to date - all while helping The Trust maintain its high standards. Plus, with a focus on sustainability, you'll contribute to our environmental commitments and reporting.
If you're a self-starter with great communication skills and a passion for governance, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of The King's Trust.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Perks for working at The Trust!
* Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
* Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
* You can volunteer for and/or attend events - The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
* In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
* Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
* Personal development opportunities through our Networks - KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
* Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
* Interest-free season ticket loans
* The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
* Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
Equal Opportunities
Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.
We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
We're a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr