Interim Head of Governance and Risk

Are you an experienced governance and risk professional ready to take the lead in a complex, highly regulated environment? Can you shape and drive a best-in-class governance framework while providing expert risk management support to senior leadership? Do you want to make a lasting impact in a not-for-profit organisation?

A housing provider is seeking an Interim Head of Governance and Risk on a 12 month FTC to oversee and enhance governance structures, manage regulatory compliance, and provide strategic risk advice at the highest level. Reporting to the Executive Team, this role ensures the organisation maintains robust governance processes and risk controls while continuing to evolve and improve.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on all aspects of corporate governance, ensuring compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Acting as the key liaison with the Board, Committees, and Executive Team, supporting decision-making through high-quality reporting and advice.
• Overseeing risk management frameworks, embedding a proactive risk culture across the organisation.
• Ensuring compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing’s Governance and Financial Viability Standard and other relevant frameworks.
• Managing policy reviews and ensuring governance documentation is up to date.
• Supporting internal and external audits, ensuring findings are addressed effectively.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where governance and risk play a central role in strategic decision-making. With direct engagement at Board level and the chance to drive meaningful change, this is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives in a highly regulated environment.

To be considered, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Extensive governance and risk experience, ideally within housing, charity, or a similarly regulated sector.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles, regulatory frameworks, and risk management best practices.
• Proven experience engaging with Boards and senior leadership teams.
• Ability to influence at the highest level and drive a strong governance culture.
• A governance-related qualification (ICSA, IRM, or equivalent) is desirable but not essential.

This is an urgent requirement, and interviews will take place quickly. If you have the expertise to lead on governance and risk in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation, apply now!