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Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance

United Kingdom Employment contract 83000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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This is an exciting new role that will provide leadership as Victim Support grows, ensuring excellent governance, risk management and assurance across the organisation. The Director of Governance, Risk and Assurance is a member of the Senior Leadership Team, holding strategic accountability for governance, risk, assurance and quality across the organisation. You will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to ensure that systems, policies and frameworks are robust, evidence-based and aligned to the charity's mission. They will also provide independent assurance to the Board and its Committees that Victim Support is well governed, legally compliant and effectively managed. This newly established role offers a unique opportunity to shape and strengthen organisational governance, risk and assurance frameworks across a national charity delivering vital services to victims of crime. As Director, you will provide strategic leadership across governance, risk management, compliance and quality assurance, ensuring that the organisation operates safely, effectively and in line with its statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide strategic leadership across governance, risk management, compliance and quality assurance
  • Act as a trusted adviser to the Executive Team and Board
  • Provide independent and robust assurance alongside constructive challenge

Requirements

  • Significant senior leadership experience in governance, compliance and risk within a complex organisation
  • Expertise in developing and embedding effective frameworks
  • Ability to lead cultural change, influence at senior level, and drive continuous improvement

What we offer

  • Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working
  • Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave
  • Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday
  • Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution
  • Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments
  • Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts
  • Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance
  • Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
  • Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
  • Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans
  • Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career

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