Governance Officer
- Salary
- £35.9K–£38.7K
- Hiring from
- United Kingdom
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
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- Hours: 37 hours per week
- Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Leave - 13 months)
- Salary: Grade 7 £35,929 - £38,737
- Location: Sheffield (hybrid working)
This is an exciting opportunity to join SYMCA’s Legal & Governance Team and play a key role in supporting good governance, effective risk management and regulatory compliance across the organisation.
As a Governance Officer, you will help ensure that governance arrangements, audit processes and risk management frameworks are embedded effectively throughout the organisation. Working with colleagues at all levels, you will contribute to a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and effective decision-making that supports the delivery of SYMCA’s strategic priorities.
This role offers the opportunity to develop specialist expertise in governance, risk and assurance while working in a dynamic environment that directly supports the organisation’s success.
Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the criteria as detailed within the role profile (please see role profile attached). Please note, all applications should be made directly via our careers portal.
About the role
As a Governance Officer, you will support the delivery of effective governance, risk management and assurance arrangements across SYMCA.
You will work closely with colleagues to identify and manage risks, maintain governance processes and support compliance with internal policies, statutory requirements and best practice standards. The role includes supporting the operation of risk management systems, maintaining governance documentation and helping to produce reports and assurance information for senior leaders, committees and boards.
You will assist with the coordination of governance reviews, audits and improvement activities, ensuring actions are monitored and implemented effectively. The role also involves supporting the development of governance policies, procedures and training, helping colleagues understand their responsibilities and promoting a positive governance culture across the organisation.
Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, you will help ensure governance arrangements remain effective, responsive and aligned with organisational priorities, while contributing to ongoing improvements in risk management, audit and assurance processes.
About you
You are an organised and analytical professional with an interest in governance, risk management, audit or assurance. You are comfortable working with detailed information and have a strong understanding of the importance of good governance in supporting organisational performance and accountability.
You will bring:
- Experience working within a governance, risk, audit or compliance environment, or in a role involving similar responsibilities.
- A good understanding of governance principles and risk management processes.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex information.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality documentation.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and business systems to manage information and reporting.
- The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
You will be proactive, methodical and committed to continuous improvement, with a genuine interest in helping the organisation maintain high standards of governance, accountability and risk management. Most importantly, you will enjoy working collaboratively to support effective decision-making and organisational success across SYMCA.
Benefits
All colleagues have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.
In addition to the above, some of our benefits include -
Holiday Entitlement – From 28 to 36 days annual leave entitlement (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays. Pro-rata for part time colleagues.
Holiday Entitlement – From 28 to 36 days annual leave entitlement (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays. Pro-rata for part time colleagues.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in additional to your normal annual leave
Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time. Please note, unless specified within the job advert, we cannot accommodate remote working contracts.
Flexible Hours Scheme – Most roles within SYMCA work under the Flexi-Scheme which allows office-based employees’ flexibility and discretion over their working hours. Under the scheme employees can accrue a defined amount of credit or debit of working hours, and to take time-off in the form of Flexi-Leave or banked Annual Leave.
Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway and Cycle-to-Work schemes.
Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on-the-job training and qualifications
Professional Membership Fees – Where membership to Professional bodies is applicable to your role, SYMCA will reimburse your membership fees where applicable and following approval by Line Management.
Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority
Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
All employees are eligible to request Flexible Working arrangements from day one of employment as such all requests will be considered subject to operation requirements.
All employees are eligible to request Flexible Working arrangements from day one of employment as such all requests will be considered subject to operation requirements.
Where candidates share disabilities within the application process, if they demonstrate that they meet all essential criteria from the Role Profile within their application, they will automatically be invited to interview.
If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please contact recruitment@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk or include within your application form detailing the adjustment and how it will assist in managing any barriers.