Governance and Committee Executive

Governance and Committee Executive

12 Month FTC - maternity cover

£40,000
Hybrid working - 2 days London office / 3 days home-based

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, professional, and well-established global membership organisation with a collaborative culture.

We're seeking a highly organised Governance and Committee Executive to support the delivery of governance activities across boards, committees, and regional structures.

You'll play a key role in ensuring effective governance processes, supporting senior stakeholders, and maintaining high standards of administration, communication, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support governance activities, ensuring compliance with policies and best practice
• Coordinate annual elections, including communications, record-keeping, and stakeholder liaison
• Assist with the delivery of hybrid/virtual AGMs
• Provide high-quality committee support, including minute-taking, meeting coordination, and action tracking
• Maintain accurate governance records, databases, and documentation
• Support committee recruitment processes, ensuring inclusive practices
• Manage queries and communications, delivering excellent stakeholder service

Skills and experience required Essential

• Proven experience in a governance, committee, or similar administrative role
• Experience supporting AGMs or large-scale meetings (virtual/hybrid)
• Experience coordinating elections or structured selection processes
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written communication and minute-taking skills
• Confident working with senior stakeholders
• Strong IT skills (MS Office)

Desirable

• Experience in a membership, regulatory, legal, or professional body
• Knowledge of governance best practice