Interim Senior Governance Officer

4-Month Contract with Local Authority

Summary

• This role supports the Director and Monitoring Officer in delivering key governance projects and priorities across the organization. The position is crucial for strengthening governance frameworks, ensuring effective decision-making processes, and maintaining compliance with statutory and best practice requirements. Operating at a senior level, equivalent to a Monitoring Officer or Deputy Monitoring Officer, the postholder will provide strategic governance advice and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director and Monitoring Officer in delivering governance priorities and organizational objectives.
• Take delegated responsibility for specific areas within the Monitoring Officer’s remit.
• Lead process mapping and develop robust governance frameworks to enhance decision-making.
• Ensure effective implementation and embedding of governance frameworks, including the Constitution and Member & Officer Protocol.
• Provide high-level advice and guidance to Members and Officers on governance, legal compliance, and decision-making.
• Strengthen governance arrangements across the organization, ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency.

Essential Experience

• Significant experience in governance, ideally within local government or the public sector.
• Proven experience operating at a senior level, equivalent to Monitoring Officer or Deputy Monitoring Officer.
• Strong experience in developing and embedding governance frameworks and decision-making processes.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders, including elected Members and senior Officers.
• Demonstrable track record of ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in process mapping, policy development, and organizational improvement initiatives.

Essential Qualifications

• Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g., Law, Governance, Public Administration) or equivalent experience.
• Membership of or working towards a relevant professional body (e.g., Solicitor, Barrister, or Governance Institute) is desirable.

Additional Information

• Please add your desired pay rate on your CV.
• We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
• The role closes on 7th June 2026, apply ASAP.