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Governance Officer

United Kingdom, Preston 33000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 30, 2026
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We have a brand-new opportunity for a Governance Officer to join LPPA on a full-time, permanent basis. You’ll support the delivery and continuous improvement of corporate governance across LPPA and LPP, helping to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice. You’ll provide high-quality governance and company secretarial support to Boards, Committees and senior stakeholders, while contributing to risk, assurance and compliance activity to help maintain an integrated governance framework. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative and member-focused business with a friendly, welcoming and sociable culture, where you’ll be supported to develop and reach your full potential.

Job Responsibility

  • Supporting company secretarial services in line with the Companies Act and governance best practice
  • Maintaining statutory records, Companies House filings and governance documentation
  • Supporting the development and maintenance of constitutional documents, schemes of delegation and governance frameworks
  • Coordinating Board and Committee activity, including meeting scheduling, annual governance calendars, agendas, Board packs, minutes and action trackers
  • Maintaining forward planners, action logs and governance documentation within Board portals and systems
  • Supporting the maintenance and improvement of governance frameworks, policies and procedures
  • Maintaining key governance registers, including conflicts of interest, gifts and hospitality and related parties
  • Acting as a key point of contact for Board and Committee members on governance matters
  • Supporting Board onboarding, induction, training, effectiveness reviews, skills assessments and succession planning activities
  • Supporting governance projects, including improvements to Board and Committee processes, governance tools, policies and frameworks
  • Supporting procurement and contract governance processes, including maintaining records and monitoring compliance with governance controls
  • Coordinating internal and external assurance activity, including audits and reviews
  • Gathering evidence for governance, audit and regulatory requirements, including AAF, data protection and ISO
  • Tracking audit actions and supporting the timely completion of remediation activity
  • Preparing governance reports, management information and updates for senior stakeholders
  • Supporting the Risk and Governance function with records, action tracking and reporting cycles

Requirements

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders
  • Excellent organisational skills, including meeting coordination, minute-taking and action tracking
  • The ability to draft clear governance documents, reports, policies or manuals with support
  • Good analytical skills, with the ability to review information, present reasoned recommendations and support effective decision-making
  • Strong ICT, numerical and report-writing skills
  • A continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on quality, accuracy and efficiency
  • 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English at Grade C or above

What we offer

  • Competitive salary of £33,000–£40,000 DOE
  • Hybrid working, with 2 days a week in Preston
  • 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays, 2 concessionary days and 1 day for your birthday, with the ability to buy and sell leave
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
  • Access to a Health or Dental Plan
  • Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Bespoke reward discount scheme – Your Perk Site
  • Wellbeing webinars and social events
  • Daily free fruit and snacks in the office
  • Free car parking in Preston city centre
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