Governance and Compliance Officer

Location: Blackpool (Office-based)
Salary: Competitive + competitive benefits package
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week)
Reporting to: Head of Governance


OverviewWe are seeking a Governance and Compliance Officer to join our team following the retirement of the current post holder. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in governance, working at the heart of organisational decision-making and supporting senior stakeholders.
The role provides high-quality administrative, secretariat and governance support to the Board, Committees and associated governance processes, ensuring compliance, accuracy and professionalism at all times.
Key ResponsibilitiesGovernance & Secretarial Support*Provide full secretarial support to the Board of Directors, including agenda coordination, meeting preparation and minute-taking
*Produce accurate minutes and maintain records of decisions and actions
*Track and follow up on Board actions, ensuring deadlines are met
*Maintain registers (e.g. Directors’ interests) and ensure documentation is issued and signed appropriately
*Support Board Committees and governance groups as required
*Ensure all governance processes are documented, mapped and maintained
Meeting & Stakeholder Coordination*Facilitate meetings using MS Teams, including document sharing and coordination
*Liaise with Directors, presenters and stakeholders ahead of meetings
*Draft professional communications (formal and informal) to a range of stakeholders
*Provide administrative support for Annual General Meetings (AGMs), including documentation and minute-taking
Compliance & Governance Administration*Support governance and compliance activities such as Companies House filings
*Ensure GDPR-compliant handling of all documentation
*Assist with Director selection processes and governance reviews
*Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records
General Duties*Support governance projects, including sensitive or confidential work
*Provide cover for colleagues within the Governance team as required
*Contribute to continuous improvement of governance processes
Essential RequirementsExperience & Skills*Experience in governance, company secretarial, compliance or senior-level administration
*Proven experience taking formal minutes at Board or Committee level
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
*Excellent written communication skills, including drafting professional emails and documents
*Confident using MS Teams and digital tools for meeting facilitation and document sharing
*Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
*Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders
Attributes*A clear desire to pursue a career in governance
*Ability to quickly step in and support an established meeting cycle
*Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently
*Collaborative and flexible team player
Qualifications*GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
Desirable*Experience working with Boards, Committees or volunteers
*Awareness of compliance, risk management or corporate governance frameworks
*Familiarity with SharePoint or similar systems
*Understanding of UK Corporate Governance Code or company law
Additional Requirements*Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK for meetings
Benefits*Pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 4% from day one
*Health Cash Plan (post-probation) covering dental, optical and wellbeing costs
*Annual flex pot to spend on benefits such as additional holiday, pension, gym membership or cycle to work scheme
*Critical illness and income protection cover (post-probation)
*34 days holiday including bank holidays
*Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
*Employee Assistance Programme and legal advice line
*Additional insurance benefits including travel and personal accident cover
Why Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in governance within a supportive and professional environment, working closely with senior leadership and playing a key role in organisational effectiveness.