Description Head of Governance. Salary: £70,000 per annum pro rata. Location: Remote. Contract: 3-6 month Fixed Term Contract, 35 hours per week. Benefits: 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata. Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer's discounts. Why Action for Children? Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It is the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives. A bit about the role This is an exciting opportunity to join Action for Children as a Head of Governance on a 6-month Fixed Term Contract. Reporting to the Director of Strategy and Implementation, you will support the Chair of the Board and the Chief Executive to establish and sustain effective corporate governance within the organisation and ensure that robust governance arrangements are in place. You will also function as Company Secretary for Action for Children and subsidiary companies. How you'll help to create brighter futures by Ensuring that the governance of the organisation and its subsidiary companies are undertaken to the highest standards. Work with the Chair of the Board and the Chief Executive to ensure that committee’s function effectively, in accordance with their powers/terms of reference and best practice. Assume the responsibilities of Company Secretary to the Board of Trustees, all relevant committees and subsidiary bodies as required. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative and other governance requirements and to keep abreast of changes in legislation that will affect the governance of Action for Children and its subsidiary companies. Work with the Chair and CEO, to periodically review the corporate governance arrangements. Work with the Chair of the Board to manage the recruitment of Trustees, including organising their induction and to continue to provide a point of contact. Let's talk about you ICSA qualified or equivalent with significant post qualification experience obtained in a senior position in Governance and Company Secretary preferably within the Public/3 rd Sector. Proven experience and demonstrable working knowledge of Charity law, legal issues associated with governance of companies and charities including Contract law, Health & safety, and Data Protection legislation. Experience of maintaining, recording, and monitoring accurate records of decisions taken. Experience of ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory guidance. Demonstrates the ability to provide consistent, appropriate advice in accordance with agreed policies, procedures, and legislation. Stakeholder engagement and excellent communication skills is essential. Demonstrates an understanding of the corporate governance relevant to the organisation. Demonstrable application of promoting equality and diversity within the workplace and within the Governance structure. Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements. Contact: David Simpson on 01923361732 or email us at recruitmentserviceactionforchildren.org.uk quoting reference 10744. Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Diversity, equality, and inclusion At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Want to know more about Action for Children? Find us on X, Linkedin, Facebook or YouTube to get to know us better. Closing Date: Thursday 30 th January 2025. Interviews will be week commencing 3rd February 2025. Job Description See below for further information about working with us: Action for Children Employee Benefits AfC Commitment Statement