Full job descriptionGovernance and Compliance Manager
*Location: Sheffield (Hybrid - minimum 3 days in office)
*Salary: £22.26 per hour PAYE
*Hours: 37 hours per week, Full-time
*Contract: Interim
*Vetting: NPPV3 vetting required for successful candidate
Join our client in Sheffield as a Governance and Compliance Manager, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the Mayor and Deputy Mayor in the Policing and Reform Directorate. This interim position offers a unique opportunity to ensure effective governance, assurance, and compliance within the policing sector.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Manage the administration of the Deputy Mayor’s governance and assurance arrangements.
*Support the decision-making processes, including financial sign-offs.
*Conduct independent reviews of the police complaints process.
*Manage the Independent Custody Visiting Scheme.
*Liaise with the Police and Crime Panel.
*Administer, monitor, and report on risk management arrangements relating to Policing and Crime.
*Provide relevant reports to the Senior Leadership Team and Joint Independent Audit Committee.
*Administer Police Misconduct Panels and Police Appeal Tribunals.
*Manage requests for financial assistance.
*Ensure compliance with statutory information governance requirements, including GDPR and the Freedom of Information Act.
*Maintain the Mayor’s Publication Scheme and ensure compliance with the Elected Local Policing Bodies (Specified Information Order).
*Support strong corporate governance and effective decision-making across the Directorate.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Experience in a statutory, regulatory, or governance-led environment.
*Ability to understand, interpret, and apply relevant legislation.
*Excellent organisational and communication skills.
*Strong written communication skills for producing clear, accurate documentation.
*Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities effectively.
*Confidence in working independently and leading others.
*Ability to develop strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
*Sound judgement and the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
*Proactive and detail-focused approach.
*Commitment to maintaining high standards of governance and compliance.
*Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Benefits:
*Hybrid working flexibility.
*Exposure to high-level decision-making in the public sector.
*Opportunity to work in a role that directly impacts governance, transparency, and accountability.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced governance, compliance, or regulatory professional looking for a challenging role in the public sector, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
This role is politically restricted; further details are available upon request.