Governance Officer

About the role

The Governance Officer will support a high‑performing Governance team within a public sector organisation in Edinburgh. Working hybrid, you will help ensure best practice and compliance across all corporate governance matters, reporting to the Head of Corporate Governance.

Key responsibilities

• Provide advice and knowledge on corporate governance to colleagues.
• Support the Senior Governance Officer on improvement projects and board‑level initiatives.
• Maintain governance systems and databases such as SharePoint and AdminControl.
• Assist in preparing board and committee papers, attend meetings and draft minutes.
• Handle information requests, including FOI, Environmental Information Regulations and Data Subject Access requests.
• Collate management information for board reporting and support performance reporting.
• Contribute to the organisation’s Complaints Handling Procedure as required.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience in a commercial or public‑sector environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate statutory responsibilities and public‑sector legislation.
• Proven ability to work flexibly, adapt to change and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience dealing with stakeholders and building effective relationships.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office 365
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams
• SharePoint

What we offer

• Initial 6‑month fixed‑term contract.
• Hybrid working model (home and office).
• Competitive daily rate of £200‑£250.