Governance Executive

Governance Executive

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.

We're looking for a Governance Executive to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £38,000 - £X43,000 (depending on experience) and a hybrid working pattern.

What you will be doing;

• Manage the annual governance calendar and arrange Council, Board and committee meetings, including rooms, catering, technology and travel.
• Schedule meetings, circulate papers and maintain attendance records.
• Act as a first point of contact for members' administrative queries and monitor the governance inbox.
• Administer member inductions, reappointments and retirements, keeping records accurate and up to date.
• Coordinate the weekly governance newsletter and retain meeting documents in line with ICAEW policy.
• Support the team's GDPR, compliance and internal control processes, adapting to changing priorities in a busy office.

What you will need;

• Experience supporting a busy team with competing deadlines and senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• The confidence to correspond with Council and Board members, and clear written and verbal communication.
• Sound judgement when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• A proactive, conscientious approach: able to work independently and support colleagues when needed.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams, plus confidence learning new systems such as Diligent and Dynamics 365.

What you can expect from us;

• A strong pension contribution from us of 9%
• Private medical cover with AXA (where eligible), alongside a healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• 24 - 27 days' holiday depending on length of service, and the option to buy or sell extra days
• Hybrid working to help you find the right balance
• Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
• Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
• Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
• A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you

It's all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.

Additional Information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.