Job Description
Executive Assistant (Governance) – Temporary Contract
Godstone, Surrey | £18 per hour | 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend | Onsite with potential to work from home 1 day per week
We’re currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant (Governance) to join a values-led organisation based in Godstone on an initial 3-month temporary contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Executive Assistant or Governance professional to support senior leadership and trustees within a purpose-driven environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of governance processes, Board and committee administration, policy management, compliance tracking, and executive support to the Senior Management Team.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating Board, committee, and SMT meetings
- Preparing agendas, papers, minutes, and action logs
- Maintaining governance and compliance registers
- Supporting policy review and publication processes
- Tracking organisational risks, actions, and deadlines
- Providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
- Managing confidential records, archiving, and documentation
- Coordinating trustee onboarding, declarations, and training records
- Supporting regulatory readiness and governance reporting
We’re looking for someone with:
- Previous experience in an Executive Assistant or Governance support role
- Excellent minute-taking and organisational skills
- Strong Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365 skills
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, calm, and solutions-focused approach
- Experience supporting senior leadership teams or boards
Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be highly advantageous.
Due to the nature of the organisation, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check.
If you’re immediately available and interested in joining a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.