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Affinity Trust is a national charity dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives. We are looking for an exceptional governance professional to join our senior leadership team as our new Head of Governance and Risk. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this is a high-impact role at the heart of our organisation. You will lead governance and assurance, act as Company Secretary, oversee corporate risk and business continuity, and advise the Board and Executive Team. As a trusted strategic partner, you will help ensure we meet our statutory and regulatory obligations, strengthen decision-making, and uphold our values.
Job Responsibility
Leading governance, assurance and Board/Committee support
Acting as Company Secretary and ensuring statutory compliance
Managing risk, internal control and organisational resilience
Overseeing the performance of external legal advisors
Providing governance oversight of data protection and information compliance
Requirements
Strong technical expertise in charity governance, risk, and regulatory compliance
Confidence advising senior leaders and Trustees
Excellent communication, diplomacy, and influencing skills
A proactive, values-led approach with the ability to work autonomously
The ability to juggle strategic insight with hands-on delivery