Governance Manager

An opportunity has arisen to take on a role that will have an immediate and visible impact in the heart of the university’s governance structure. Working directly with the University Secretary you will be responsible for delivery of a number of critical governance projects and activities as well as helping to ensure that the business-as-usual committee service operates effectively. This role will involve exposure to the senior decision-making bodies including the Board of Governors and the Executive Group. 

The role is available immediately and will run until end of August 2026. External secondments will be considered. 

What you’ll bring

Working directly for the University Secretary you will bring experience of excellent service delivery and expert governance knowledge, using your drive and initiative to:

• Coordinate the University’s preparations for registration with our new regulator Medr, including reporting on progress to committees and drafting policies; 
• Lead a number of procurement exercises (including appointment of the internal auditor) and support implementation/onboarding following the outcomes;
• Support delivery of a series of governance/Board committee reviews (including the mandatory external governance effectiveness review), carrying out appropriate consultation and ensure that outcomes align and impacts are understood and planned for;
• Provide interim leadership for the governance team.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies – take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Ruth Davies on RDavies3@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact Recruitment Manager Cerys Purdon on cpurdon@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.