Full job descriptionWe are working with a leading pensions organisation seeking a Corporate Governance Manager to support and enhance the corporate governance framework across a complex, regulated group structure.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance professional to take a key role in supporting Boards, Committees, and senior stakeholders, ensuring high standards of governance, compliance, and regulatory reporting across the business.
In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Company Secretary function, maintaining robust governance frameworks, and ensuring effective Board and Committee operations within an FCA regulated environment.


Key Responsibilities:
*Act as deputy to the Company Secretary, ensuring accurate Companies House filings and statutory records are maintained across all group entities
*Support the Chair, NEDs, Executive Board and senior stakeholders on all governance and compliance matters
*Lead drafting of Strategic and Directors’ Reports in line with Companies Act requirements and governance best practice
*Ensure governance frameworks meet FCA regulatory requirements and align with TPR expectations
*Support the development and maintenance of group governance structures, including delegations, terms of reference and Articles of Association
*Manage and maintain Board portal systems, including supplier relationship management and system improvements
*Coordinate Board and Committee meetings including agendas, papers, minutes and action tracking
*Support shareholder governance forums, including preparation of materials and AGM coordination
*Support recruitment, onboarding and development of Non-Executive Directors, including skills matrices and training plans
*Support Board effectiveness reviews and externally facilitated evaluations
*Maintain governance policies, procedures and statutory registers (conflicts, gifts & hospitality, learning & development)
*Work with Compliance, HR and Executive teams to ensure regulatory obligations are met
*Provide support and cover for senior governance colleagues as required
Experience & Skills Required:
*Strong experience in corporate governance or company secretariat roles
*Experience working within a regulated environment - FCA experience essential
*Strong understanding of corporate governance frameworks and reporting requirements
*Excellent report writing and documentation skills
*Experience supporting Boards, Committees, and senior stakeholders
*Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
*Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Desirable:
*Knowledge of The Pensions Regulator (TPR) requirements
*Experience working in complex, multi-entity group structures
*Experience managing Board portals or governance systems
*Understanding of Non-Executive Director processes and Board effectiveness reviews
*Relevant governance or company secretarial qualification (or working towards one)