Governance Administrator

Governance Administrator

Are you organised and detail orientated?

We are seeking a governance administrator to join the team, working closely with the executive assistant to the CEO to support the establishment of a robust framework for governance practices across the charitable trusts.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the work of the Trusts by assisting in the development and maintenance of the governance framework.

Position: Governance Administrator

Location: London/Hybrid

Hours: Full time role (35 hours per week)

Salary: £32,304 per annum

Contract: 6 month contract

Closing Date: Monday, 25th November at 9 am

Interviews: Interviews will be held at the London office on Tuesday, 3rd December

The Role

The organisation is the operating office of 17 grant-making trusts established by five generations of the Sainsbury family. Each trust works autonomously as an independent legal entity with a separate board of trustees.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the administration of governance activities including preparing documentation maintaining record
• Ensuring compliance with governance processes
• Providing administrative and logistical support for a wide range of meetings include scheduling, agenda preparation, minute taking and follow up on actions.

About You

You will have previous experience in an administrative, governance or compliance focused role with strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail. With the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, you will be able to proactively make suggestions for improvements and contribute to the development of effective processes.

Knowledge of governance practices is desirable but not essential.

About the organisation

This umbrella organisation facilitates the work of the grant making trusts and charities established by three generations of the Sainsbury family. It does not give grants, and is not affiliated with Sainsbury's supermarkets (J Sainsbury plc). Each of the 16 trusts, together with associated charitable companies, was set up by an individual member of the family. Each trust is an independent legal entity with a separate focus and board of trustees, in many cases led by the family member who established it. The trusts work in many fields, including the environment, social inclusion, education, scientific research, the arts, and heritage.

Benefits include:

Core benefits include a generous pensions scheme (12% employer contribution), life assurance, income protection, private health and dental care, annual health checks and Employee Assistance Programme, along with a range of benefits designed to promote your work/life balance and make your time with the team enjoyable and rewarding.

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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.