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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Interim Head of Governance - **Company:** Office Angels - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815041423-interim-head-of-governance ## About the Role * Significant experience in governance within a membership or not-for-profit setting. * Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders on governance-related strategic decisions. * Strong knowledge of data protection, information governance, and relevant laws. * Experience in leading high-performing teams. * Excellent attention to detail and formal writing skills. * Ability to influence and maintain the confidence of senior stakeholders. * Understanding of commercial development impacts within a non-profit context. * Experience with equality and diversity law and practises. * Familiarity with the governance of formal meetings. Technologies * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). * Familiarity with governance management software is a plus. ## Description Overview About Our Client: Our client is a prominent educational membership organisation within the medical sector, dedicated to enhancing governance practises to support its strategic priorities. They are committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and accountability while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. * Competitive daily rate * Flexible working arrangements * Opportunity to make a significant impact in governance Responsibilities * Lead governance activities to align with organisational goals and compliance requirements. * Manage and advise on governance structure and best practises, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory bodies. * Oversee data protection matters, implementing strategies in line with UK GDPR. * Support the EDI Committee in executing the College\'s external EDI plan. * Develop and maintain internal governance systems, policies, and processes. * Manage committee business effectively, ensuring timely decision-making. * Lead and develop a high-performing Governance team. * Significant experience in governance within a membership or not-for-profit setting. * Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders on governance-related strategic decisions. * Strong knowledge of data protection, information governance, and relevant laws. * Experience in leading high-performing teams. * Excellent attention to detail and formal writing skills. * Ability to influence and maintain the confidence of senior stakeholders. * Understanding of commercial development impacts within a non-profit context. * Experience with equality and diversity law and practises. * Familiarity with the governance of formal meetings. Technologies * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel). * Familiarity with governance management software is a plus. How to apply If you are interested in this interim role and believe you have the required skills and experience, please submit your CV. Join our client in their mission to uphold exemplary governance standards within the medical sector! Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone\'s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. 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