Director of Legal & Governance (Maternity Cover)

Up to 90,000 + Car allowance
Home-based with some travel
Full-time 10-month contract Flexible working available

We're seeking a confident, highly experienced governance professional to join us in a Director-level position leading our legal, governance, procurement, data protection, and quality assurance functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal executive role that sits on the Senior Leadership Team, shaping organisational strategy and oversight.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Serving as Board Secretary, ensuring the smooth running of the Board and Committees
  
• Acting as the Data Protection Officer, leading GDPR compliance and data strategy
  
• Providing strategic leadership on legal, procurement, governance, and risk matters
  
• Supporting high-level decision-making with the CEO, Board, and Executive team
  
• Overseeing supplier contracts, procurement processes, and legal due diligence
  
• Leading risk and quality assurance frameworks that safeguard organisational resilience
  
• Acting as an internal consultant and advisor across all compliance functions
  

• A degree or master's in Law, Governance, Business or Finance, or part/full Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) qualification
  
• Experience in a Company Secretary or Board Secretary role, ideally within the public or not-for-profit sector
  
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, legal risk, and regulatory compliance
  
• Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams with a collaborative, service-minded approach
  
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with stakeholders at all levels
  

• Competitive salary and car allowance
  
• Generous pension contribution
  
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service
  
• Home office set-up support & company tech
  
• Flexible holiday purchase scheme
  
• Cycle to work & e-car lease schemes
  
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme