Governance Officer – Public Sector (Edinburgh)

About the role

We are seeking a Governance Officer to join a public sector organisation in Edinburgh on a six‑month contract. Working hybrid, you will support the Governance team to ensure best practice and compliance across corporate governance matters.

Key responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance on corporate governance to colleagues.
• Support the Senior Governance Officer on improvement projects.
• Represent the Governance team internally and externally.
• Maintain governance systems and databases, including SharePoint and AdminControl.
• Assist in preparing Board and Committee papers, attend meetings and draft minutes.
• Handle information requests such as FOI, Environmental Information Regulations and Data Subject Access requests.
• Collate management information for the Board and produce performance reports.
• Support the Complaints Handling Procedure as required.

Required profile

• 5+ years’ experience in commercial or public sector environments.
• Strong knowledge of corporate statutory responsibilities and public‑sector legislation.
• Experience in a corporate governance support role.
• Project and quality management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities, work independently and adapt to change.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams
• SharePoint
• MS Office/O365 suite

What we offer

• Hybrid working (home and office).
• Six‑month contract with a daily rate of £200‑£250 (Inside IR35).