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Head of Governance and Risk

United Kingdom, Thame Employment contract 65000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 09, 2026
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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

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