Interim Governance & Audit Manager

Interim Governance & Audit Manager (Fixed Term Contract - 6 months)

Location: Birmingham Business Park/Hybrid
Salary: £52,791
Work Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the social housing sector? Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Interim Governance & Audit Manager to lead and enhance governance support across their organisation. If you're passionate about transparency, compliance, and making a difference in communities, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage governance arrangements to ensure effective liaison with the board and committee members.
• Lead a high-quality governance support team, ensuring compliance with corporate governance legislation and regulations.
• Oversee the creation of a robust governance framework for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development and review of governance-related policies and procedures.
• Manage internal audit arrangements, overseeing the delivery of an internal audit programme facilitated by an external provider.

What We're Looking For:

• Demonstrable experience in a governance or company secretary role, preferably with a proven track record in managing governance services.
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles and relevant regulations, particularly within the social housing sector.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in motivating and leading teams to achieve objectives and positive outcomes.
• A professional governance qualification (eg, Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively with senior internal and external stakeholders, including board and committee members.

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Join a forward-thinking organisation that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who support and inspire one another.

Competitive Benefits:

• Annual leave purchase scheme: Buy up to 5 additional days per year.
• Starting annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption).
• organisational Sick Pay and a generous pension scheme.
• Life cover of three times your annual salary if you join the pension scheme.

Health and Wellbeing Initiatives:

• IT and home office equipment provided for hybrid working.
• Access to Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme.
• Cashback scheme for optical, dental, and prescriptions, alongside discounts on gym memberships.
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and platforms.

Learning and Development Opportunities:

• Extensive learning and development programmes.
• Opportunities to study for professional qualifications.
• Participation in the Staff Consultative Forum and EDI Forum.

Join us in our mission to provide homes that serve as a foundation for life! With over 50 years of experience, our client is one of the UK's most trusted social housing providers, managing 30,000 homes across diverse communities.

Apply now to become our client's Interim Governance & Audit Manager!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.