About this role
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Board and Governance Officer to join our Governance team at Torus Group on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting our Boards and Committees, ensuring the smooth and effective delivery of governance processes across the organisation.
Working closely with the Group Head of Governance, you will be central to the coordination of Board and Committee activity, helping to maintain high standards of compliance, transparency and good governance. This role requires flexibility, as you will attend meetings that may occasionally take place outside standard working hours.
This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility between home and office-based working. The team collaborates in person on Mondays and Wednesdays, with additional office attendance as required to support meetings and governance activities.
What you will be doing: Coordinate and administer Board, Subsidiary Board and Committee meetings from end to end, including agenda planning, paper collation, and distributionAttend meetings, produce accurate minutes and action logs, and follow up on outcomesAct as a key point of contact for Board and Committee members, providing guidance and support on governance mattersWork closely with Chairs and senior stakeholders to plan agendas and ensure effective meeting deliveryManage the governance cycle, maintaining forward plans and meeting schedulesEnsure compliance with company law, regulatory requirements and governance best practiceMaintain statutory registers and governance records, including attendance, declarations of interest and training logsSupport Board member recruitment, induction and ongoing development activitiesOrganise all meeting logistics, including venues, travel, and accommodationAssist with contract registers, policy frameworks, and document sealing processesProcess purchase orders and invoices in line with organisational procedures What we are looking for: Proven experience in a governance, company secretarial or board support roleStrong experience of servicing Boards or senior-level committees, including minute-takingExperience of company secretarial duties or a regulated environmentExcellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlinesHigh levels of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders and Board membersDiscretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential informationGood IT skills and experience using a range of systems and databasesA collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a teamFlexibility to attend meetings outside normal working hours when required Interview Process: Candidates will be invited to attend an interview, which will include a competency-based discussion exploring relevant experience, knowledge, and skills required for the role. Interviews will take place Monday 13th July, at our Liverpool City Centre Office. Additional Information: Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed: Right to work verificationQualification certificate check (where applicable)Two completed referencesOccupational Health questionnaire – Fit for WorkDBS check (if required for the role)Completion of all new starter documentation including signed terms and conditions Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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