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Senior Governance Manager

Academy of Medical SciencesLondon, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid Full-time £69.1K/yr - £82.9K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

Extensive experience in a governance or committee support role within a complex or regulated environment (charity, membership organization, higher education, public sector, or regulated professional body). Thorough understanding of charity governance and/or company secretariat practices, including regulatory compliance and best-practice governance standards. Capability to ensure governance assurance: overseeing effective committee operations, high-quality decision-making processes, and tracking decisions/actions through to completion. Proven experience in supporting risk and financial governance (risk registers/reporting, committee reporting, audit/budget/reserves papers) with confidence in quality-assuring documents for senior forums. Exceptional written communication skills, including drafting and quality-assuring Board/Committee papers and producing accurate minutes. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, discretion, and confidence in engaging with Trustees and senior stakeholders. Advanced digital literacy with a record of enhancing systems and processes. Governance or company secretariat qualification and/or membership of CGIUKI (desirable), or equivalent demonstrable professional practice.

About the job

Salary: £69,080 - £82,896

Role Duration: Permanent

Location: London, UK (Hybrid - 50% office attendance)

The Academy of Medical Sciences is on the lookout for a highly skilled Senior Governance Manager to influence the governance and strategic leadership of our organization. Collaborating closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees, and senior colleagues, you will spearhead the governance framework across the Council, committees, and subsidiary boards.

Your role will encompass providing expert governance advice, facilitating high-quality decision-making, and managing trustee affairs, elections, and governance reviews. This senior-level position offers significant autonomy and is perfect for an individual with robust charity governance experience, exceptional judgment, and the confidence to engage with Trustees in a multifaceted environment.

Application Deadline: 12 April 2026 at 17:00

Interviews Scheduled: Week commencing 20 April 2026

About Academy of Medical Sciences

The Academy of Medical Sciences is dedicated to advancing health through medical science. We are committed to fostering excellence in research and supporting the next generation of medical professionals. Join us in making a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

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