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Head of Corporate Governance & Transition

Adecco
Manchester Contract GBP 130,000 – 182,000
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Head of Corporate Governance & Transition (Contract) Manchester- 1 Day A Week (Hybrid)
6-Month Contract
£500-£700 per day

Lead governance. Drive transition. Make an impact from day one.

We're seeking a senior governance professional to step into a critical interim role, leading corporate governance and supporting a high-profile organisational transition within a public sector environment.

You'll act as a trusted advisor to the Board and Executive team, ensuring strong governance, compliance and high-quality decision-making.

Key responsibilities: • Lead and enhance governance and assurance frameworks

  • Advise Board, Committees and Exec on governance, risk and compliance

  • Ensure robust, transparent decision-making processes

  • Oversee Board operations, reporting and governance standards

  • Support delivery of a major organisational transition

What we're looking for: • Strong legal and/or finance background or experience
  • Proven experience in public sector governance

  • Ability to influence and challenge at senior level

  • Expertise in governance, risk, compliance and assurance

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Why apply? • Competitive £500-£700 day rate
  • High-impact role with immediate influence

  • Hybrid working flexibility

  • Opportunity to shape governance during a major transition

Ready to step into a high-profile leadership contract? Apply now.

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