About this role
Governance and Compliance Manager required for temporary job opportunity in Sheffield
Initially a temporary role for 3-6 months, this role could become permanent for the right candidate. Full Time (37 Hours)
Salary level £42,840
Sheffield | Hybrid Working (Minimum 3 Days Office-Based)
Immediate Start Available
Hays Business Support are pleased to be recruiting for a Governance and Compliance Manager on behalf of a growing public sector organisation based in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile directorate supporting robust governance, compliance and assurance arrangements within a complex regulatory environment. This temporary assignment is expected to last between 3 and 6 months and would suit an experienced governance, compliance, risk, information governance or corporate services professional who can operate confidently within a statutory framework and manage a varied portfolio of responsibilities. This position could become permanent for the right candidate.
The Role
You will play a key role in ensuring effective governance, assurance and compliance arrangements are maintained across the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, legal advisers, independent panel members and external partners, you will support transparent decision-making processes and ensure statutory obligations are met. Key responsibilities will include:
Managing governance and assurance frameworks and associated processesCoordinating formal meetings, reports and decision-making activitySupporting risk management reporting and compliance monitoringAdministering governance panels, hearings and review processesLeading on information governance compliance, including GDPR requirementsManaging Freedom of Information requests and publication obligationsProducing high-quality reports, briefings and governance documentationLiaising with senior leadership teams and external stakeholdersMonitoring adherence to legislative and regulatory requirementsSupporting audit, assurance and continuous improvement activities About YouWe are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
Previous experience within governance, compliance, risk, audit or regulatory environmentsStrong knowledge of information governance, GDPR and compliance frameworksExperience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and statutory requirementsExcellent written communication and report-writing skillsStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesExperience working with senior stakeholders and building effective relationshipsA proactive, solution-focused approach with exceptional attention to detailThe ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately What's on Offer?
Immediate temporary opportunity3-6 months, temporary permanent opportunity £42,840Full-time hours, Monday to FridayHybrid working pattern with a minimum of three days in the Sheffield officeCompetitive hourly rateOpportunity to gain valuable public sector experiencePotential extension beyond the initial assignment period
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