As the Governance Manager, you will provide effective and proactive administrative support to the Board of Trustees
and its committees. You will help ensure the Trust meets its legal and regulatory responsibilities and operates
in line with best practice.
You will work closely with the Board, the Executive Team and administrative teams across the Trust. You will play a
key coordinating role, making sure governance processes run smoothly and that accurate, high quality information
is shared with the right people at the right time.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Organise and support Board and Committee meetings
- Keep all statutory records and governance processes
accurate and up to date
- Manage trustee succession planning, recruitment, induction and ongoing
support
- Develop, review and update governance policies and procedures
- Maintain a central policy
log and ensure reviews are completed on time
- The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and
wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing order and clarity to complex situations. They are highly organised
and dependable, able to juggle multiple deadlines without losing sight of the detail, and they take pride in
producing clear, accurate written work. Comfortable working with trustees and senior leaders, they are
confident, professional, and skilled at building trusted relationships. They are proactive and solution focused,
happy to work independently, and remain calm and effective when priorities compete. Above all, they are
motivated by the charity’s purpose and values and enjoy contributing to work that makes a meaningful
difference.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet
every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- You have strong experience in governance, preferably within the charity, public, or regulated
sector.
- You have demonstrable experience supporting boards, committees, or senior leadership
teams.
- You understand UK charity law, Companies House and Charity Commission requirements and have
experience managing statutory compliance processes (e.g., filing returns)
- You have exceptional
organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex governance schedules and deadlines.
- You have
strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work confidently with trustees and senior leaders.
LIVING OUR VALUES
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, open minded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to
succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive
team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of
annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care
about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through
Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for
holidays.
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
- London
Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum pro rata for all those living within a London Borough (32 local
authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)