Head of Corporate Governance & Transition

Head of Corporate Governance & Transition (Contract)

📍 Manchester- 1 Day A Week (Hybrid)
💼 6-Month Contract
💰 £500-£700 per day

Lead governance. Drive transition. Make an impact from day one.

We're seeking a senior governance professional to step into a critical interim role, leading corporate governance and supporting a high-profile organisational transition within a public sector environment.

You'll act as a trusted advisor to the Board and Executive team, ensuring strong governance, compliance and high-quality decision-making.

Key responsibilities:

Lead and enhance governance and assurance frameworks
Advise Board, Committees and Exec on governance, risk and compliance
Ensure robust, transparent decision-making processes
Oversee Board operations, reporting and governance standards
Support delivery of a major organisational transition

What we're looking for:

Strong legal and/or finance background or experience
Proven experience in public sector governance
Ability to influence and challenge at senior level
Expertise in governance, risk, compliance and assurance
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Why apply?

Competitive £500-£700 day rate
High-impact role with immediate influence
Hybrid working flexibility
Opportunity to shape governance during a major transitionReady to step into a high-profile leadership contract? Apply now
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed