Governance Manager

About the role

At the Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW) you will join a team that shapes the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession. The Governance Manager role is based in London on a permanent basis and offers a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities

• Support delivery of ICAEW’s governance framework, including Council, Board, Committee and Regulatory Board meetings.
• Prepare and coordinate agendas, meeting papers, minutes and governance documentation for senior stakeholders.
• Organise elections, member inductions, training and governance communications across multiple channels.
• Maintain governance policies, regulations and procedures, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support member conduct processes and provide practical governance advice to Council Members, Committee Chairs and senior leaders.
• Provide company secretariat support to ICAEW subsidiaries, charitable entities and associated organisations.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a governance, secretariat, committee or board support environment.
• Pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach with sound judgement and professionalism.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator who can build relationships with senior stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 per year.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Pension contribution of 9%.
• Private medical cover with AXA and healthcare cash plan.
• Life assurance at 4× salary.
• 24 days holiday (increasing with service) plus Christmas closure and option to buy/sell days.
• Gym discounts, travel loans, retail perks.
• Enhanced family leave, up to 6 months.