Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance – Permanent Are you an experienced strategic leader and governance professional who is looking for a new challenge and can thrive in a dynamic and changing environment? Do you have attention to detail, meet deadlines and are solution-focused? As Director of Governance, Risk, and Assurance you will play a critical role in ensuring that First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO’s) governance structures are effective, risks and controls are appropriately managed, and assurance processes are in place and effective.You will provide advice and to the Board, CEO and Executive Team on issues around good governance and regulatory compliance. Who are we? FCHO is a not-for-profit housing association, registered under the Co-operative Community Benefit Societies Act 2014. Regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing, we have retained the highest ratings of G1/V1 for governance and financial viability. FCHO aims to be the best in the business, with a committed team of colleagues that puts customers at the heart of everything we do. Established in February 2011, FCHO is one of the largest employers in Oldham who are committed to boosting the Oldham economy. FCHO is a future-focused and progressive, organisation formed to benefit our local communities and we want to make Oldham a place where people are proud to live and work with an excellent reputation. It is our vision to improve lives, whether that is by providing our customers with safe, comfortable homes, through the social value work that we do, or by providing our colleagues with a fair deal when they are working with us. What's in it for you? When you become a part of the FCHO team, you receive a range of fantastic benefits, including: Competitive Salary Hybrid working options 30 days holiday and all UK bank holidays plus one company shut down day A 37-hour working week Defined pension contribution scheme with an employer contribution of up to 10% Automatic enrolment into a healthcare cash plan to help you cover a range of essential healthcare expenses such as dental treatment, optical care, physiotherapy, prescriptions and more. Automatic enrolment into a private health insurance plan Access to our colleague benefit platform which offers discounts on hundreds of high street brands as well as providing education, support and tools to help you to live a healthier and happier life. Access to an Employment Assistance Programme with 24-hour confidential counselling support for both personal and work-related issues. Access to Doctorline, a 24/7 worldwide GP helpline for you, your partner and your children Discounted gym membership Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay Access to an on-site wellbeing room Access to an on-site café Long service vouchers Death in service benefit Who are we looking for? Our ideal candidate : Degree level education or equivalent business qualification Has Company secretary qualifications or a commitment to obtaining them within a reasonable period Evidence of significant development and implementation of governance, risk and assurance strategies · Senior management experience in a complex regulated organisation · Understands the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion and demonstrates this by treating colleagues and customers fairly and equitably Interested? Take a look at our full role profile and if it looks like you’ll be a good fit, send us your application before 10.00 am on the 27th January 2025. Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a high quantity of applications. The application form will require you to complete a statement of suitability and upload a copy of your CV. The statement of suitability should outline how your skills, knowledge and experience are applicable to this role. Interviews will be two stages and will involve a presentation. We are committed to building an organisation that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills & are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. As an equal opportunities employer, FCHO is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We care that you have a great experience with us at FCHO and if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to make your experience easier, please let us know & we’ll do all we can.