Governance, Compliance, and Risk Manager

About this role

Job Title: Governance, Compliance & Risk Manager

Employment type: Full time (37 hours per week) - We welcome applications from candidates seeking reduced hours or a job-share arrangement.

About NUSU

We are Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) – an innovative, and student-led organisation dedicated to making the university experience unforgettable. As a charity, we are committed to enriching student life through exciting opportunities, wellbeing support, and championing the student voice. Working closely with Newcastle University, we’re right at the heart of campus, offering a dynamic space that includes a live music venue, bar, supermarket, merchandise shop, food outlets, study spaces, and more.

Summary Of The Role

Good governance helps us make sound decisions, manage risk and keep our focus on what matters to students. As our Governance, Compliance, and Risk Manager, you’ll help NUSU put this into practice across a varied, student-led charity.

Working closely with the CEO, trustees and colleagues across NUSU, you’ll develop clear, practical ways of working that support effective governance and compliance. Your remit will span Board and committee support, risk management, policies and complaints, helping colleagues understand their responsibilities and turn requirements into everyday practice.

You’ll also support the CEO to develop how we measure and demonstrate our impact, bringing together meaningful information and KPIs to show the difference NUSU makes and inform future decisions. Alongside this, you’ll manage and support the development of our Governance Administrator.

This is a role with scope to improve how an organisation works. You’ll build relationships across our services and with the University, combining attention to detail with the judgement to navigate complex issues and make clear recommendations.

For full details of the role, responsibilities and person specification, please see the full job description which is available on our website's vacancies page here.

Why Join Us?

At NUSU, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive.

As part of our organisation, you’ll enjoy

✓ 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

✓ Annual rest and recharge closure – enjoy up to 2 weeks off at the end of the year

✓ Employer pension contribution (4%)

✓ Mental health and wellbeing support

✓ Exclusive student and staff discounts

✓ Paid time off for volunteering and charity work

✓ Discounted food and drink across our venues

✓ Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career

✓ Hybrid working, in line with our policy

✓ Work from anywhere for up to two weeks each year, in line with our policy

How To Apply

To apply, please email the following to [email protected]

• Your CV
• A completed Application Form answering the questions provided to demonstrate how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Please note that applications must include both a CV and a completed Application Form. Unfortunately, applications that do not include both documents cannot be considered.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview process, please let us know, we are happy to help.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until Friday 6 November (midnight). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview which will take place on*17 or 18 November.*

We truly appreciate every application; however, we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.

Unfortunately, we will not be able to contact those applicants who haven't been shortlisted, so if you haven't heard from us by 14 November this means that you haven't been successful on this occasion.

Contact Info

For further information, please contact Helen Smith, HR Business Partner [[email protected]]

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At NUSU, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. We celebrate and value the differences that make each individual unique and strive to create a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, nationality, or marital/civil partnership status. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, all applicants will be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form to help us ensure fair and inclusive recruitment practices.