Governance Manager; Academic Boards & Committees

Governance Manager (Academic Boards & Committees)

Role Purpose
To manage the professional delivery of corporate governance across GEDU, providing high‑quality servicing for the Board of Directors, Executive Boards and Standing Committees. Assist the Head of Governance in developing governance processes and procedures informed by national and international directives, policy developments and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and coordination of the governance calendar.
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met in line with Boards and Committee terms of reference.
• Provide accurate advice and guidance on governance based on up‑to‑date knowledge and best practice.
• Offer high‑quality secretariat support, ensuring agendas, minutes, actions are timely and properly distributed.
• Partner with Head of Governance to lead senior committee elections.
• Promote risk‑management best practice and embed risk management throughout the organisation.
• Take on special projects or support the Head of Governance as required.
• Facilitate effective communication between Governance Team and GEDU institutions, directors and senior staff.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Act as liaison between corporate and academic governance teams.
• Line‑manage and support the Governance Officer.
• Develop influence with senior GEDU officers and external peers.
• Prepare written and oral reports for Head of Governance, CEO and other senior staff.
• Maintain governance registers and ensure timely review and approval of policies.

Liaison With GEDU Staff

Key relationships are with the Head of Governance, Provost, International Provost, Executive Boards, Academic Boards, Group Chief Finance Officer, Chief Operating Officer, CEO and Deputy CEO of GEDU and partner organisations.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Excellent understanding of HE governance, including academic and corporate governance.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to UK and European campuses.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Governance‑related qualifications or willingness to pursue corporate governance qualifications.
• Knowledge or experience in risk management.

Other Information

Candidate must demonstrate commitment to GEDU values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy, and to GEDU’s social, economic and environmental responsibilities. They must also uphold health and safety responsibilities to ensure a safe working environment.

This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned.

Role Dimensions

• Direct reports:
  Yes
• Travel:
  Yes
• Budget responsibility:
  No

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology
• Education (Industry)