Governance officer

Job Title: Governance Officer Location: Maidstone (but there is a requirement to work cross-site, and from home, as needed) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Type of role: Temporary on-going A leading healthcare provider in the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells area is seeking a Governance Officer to join their Trust Management team. As a Governance Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the Deputy Trust Secretary and Trust Secretary to uphold the highest standards of corporate governance within the organisation. Job Summary: The Governance Officer will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, relevant legislation, and the Trust Constitution. You will provide comprehensive administrative support for Board Sub-committees, including minute-taking and acting as a key contact for Committee members. Flexibility and attention to detail are essential as you will work across multiple sites and from home as required. Key Responsibilities: Provide effective communication across the Trust, ensuring appropriate information flow within and between the Trust Board, Sub-committees, and other stakeholders. Produce high-quality written material for governance reporting, including presentations, reports, and letters. Organise and plan Trust Board Sub-Committee meetings, ensuring arrangements are managed effectively. Support the development and administration of the Quality Governance structure, including providing secretariat services for meetings. Adhere to all Trust and departmental policies and procedures in relation to data quality. Requirements: Educated to degree level or with comparable work experience. Experience in a corporate governance role, including minute-taking at Board/Committee level. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and web-based portal software. Desirable: Membership of Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA), or equivalent. To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. For more information about this role, please contact (phone number removed) Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare services to our community. Apply now to make a difference