Governance Officer in London Area

Job description

Governance Officer – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Hybrid, London - City

Full time, Contract

Salary: £35,000-45,000 per annum

Our mission

The overarching purpose of the Chartered Insurance Institute (‘the Institute’) is to educate and support our members to deliver services to the highest professional standards and to advocate for the public good. By doing this the Institute builds and maintain public trust in the insurance, financial planning, and mortgage advice professions.

Our vision

Our vision is that CII and PFS professionals build a world which delivers ever greater financial resilience for individuals and societies more broadly.

Your role

As Governance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the CII Group’s governance framework and ensuring high standards of compliance and integrity across the organisation and its subsidiaries. Acting as the prime point of contact for two key committees — Audit & Risk and Education & Learning — you will take full ownership of their management, including agenda planning, chasing papers, and producing accurate minutes.

You will also lead on committee operations, contribute to Board recruitment, and support the delivery of the Annual General Meeting. Alongside this, you’ll provide expert guidance on governance processes, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements, while building strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

To succeed, you’ll bring proven committee management experience and strong organisational skills, complemented by emotional intelligence and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Progress toward a Chartered Governance Institute qualification would be helpful but is not essential — practical experience and a proactive approach are what matter most.

You

• You are confident in managing committees end-to-end, from setting agendas to producing clear and accurate minutes.
• You build strong relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• You combine organisational skills with emotional intelligence, adapting effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• You take ownership, work independently, and bring a proactive approach to improving processes.
• You have practical governance experience and an interest in developing your expertise further — progress toward a governance qualification would be an advantage.
• You are comfortable supporting high-profile governance activities, including Board recruitment

Your benefits

In addition to an market-benchmarked base salary, here are some of the benefits you can expect from CII as a valued colleague:

• 10% non-contributory pension
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance
• Modern office space located in 20 Fenchurch Street (Walkie-Talkie) with free Sky Garden access and discounts

Next steps

If you would like to explore this opportunity with us for the next step in your career, we look forward to receiving your application through the Apply feature at the top of this advert.

If you have any queries or you would like to see the full JD, please get in touch on ukjobs@cii.co.uk.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring all candidates have equal access and opportunity, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Please note: At the CII, we work with a carefully selected Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for recruitment. We do not accept speculative CVs and kindly request that agency recruiters do not contact our managers directly, to ensure a consistent and properly coordinated recruitment process.

If you are interested in working with us in the future, please contact ukjobs@cii.co.uk. We review our PSL at set intervals and are happy to retain details for consideration when opportunities arise.

Agencies who do not follow this process will be excluded from any future opportunities to work with us, including PSL reviews.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

10-11-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English