Corporate Governance Manager

Corporate Governance Manager – GEDU Global Education

Role Purpose

To manage the professional delivery of corporate governance across GEDU, including high‑quality servicing for the Board of Directors, Executive Boards and Standing Committees. The role assists the Head of Governance in developing governance processes and procedures that reflect current national and international directives, policy developments and best practices.

• Lead the planning and coordination of the Governance calendar.
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met in line with the Boards and Committees’ terms of reference.
• Provide accurate advice and guidance on governance based on a broad, up‑to‑date understanding of relevant issues, systems, best practice and frameworks.
• Provide secretariat support to senior boards and committees, ensuring the quality and timeliness of agendas, minutes and action follow‑up.
• Work with the Head of Governance to lead elections for senior committees.
• Promote risk‑management best practice and embed risk management throughout the organisation.
• Undertake special projects or assist the Head of Governance as required.
• Maintain clear communication between the Governance Team and GEDU institutions, directors and senior staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance is met through close collaboration with senior leadership.
• Act as liaison between corporate and academic governance teams.
• Line‑manage and support the Governance Officer.
• Develop a network of influence with senior GEDU officers and external peers.
• Provide written and oral reports to the Head of Governance, CEO and other senior staff at GEDU.
• Maintain governance registers, ensuring reviews and approvals are conducted where needed.

Key relationships include the Head of Governance, Provost, International Provost, Executive Boards, Academic Boards, Group Chief Finance Officer, Chief Operating Officer, CEO and Deputy CEO of GEDU and partner organisations.

• Excellent understanding of HE governance, including academic and corporate governance.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel to UK and European campuses.

• Governance‑related qualifications, or willingness to pursue such qualifications in corporate governance.
• Knowledge or experience in risk management.

• Commitment to GEDU values and regulations, including the equal opportunities policy.
• Commitment to GEDU’s social, economic and environmental responsibilities; minimising environmental impact and contributing to GEDU’s environmental policy.
• Health and safety responsibilities to ensure a safe and secure working environment for staff, students and visitors.

This job description is not exhaustive; other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned.

Direct Reports: Yes

Travel: Yes

Budget Responsibility: No

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Project Management and Information Technology
• Industry: Education