Lead Governance Professional

Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience working in a governance or compliance role within a Multi-Academy Trust, education setting, or corporate environment.
• Experience in line-managing staff or coordinating team workflows to maximise productivity.
• Deep understanding of the UK school governance landscape, the Academy Trust Handbook, and DfE compliance.

Skills

• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and empowering others to fulfil their governance roles effectively and confidently.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple tiers of governance.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion.