Head of Governance (FTC)

Salary: £55,000 per annum (FTE), pro rata Hours: 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) Location: London Coliseum We re looking for a mission-driven Head of Governance to help shape and strengthen governance at English National Opera and the London Coliseum. This is a high-impact senior role at the heart of the organisation, combining hands-on delivery with trusted advice. You ll work closely with the Board and executive team to ensure decision-making is clear, accountable and aligned with Charity Commission guidance and best practice. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you ll lead on coordinating governance activity, enhancing Board and committee effectiveness, and driving continuous improvement. You ll oversee the annual governance cycle, support trustee development, and champion inclusive, well-informed decision-making that enables our leadership to thrive. Requirements: Significant experience in charity governance, company secretariat or a comparable senior governance role Strong understanding of charity law, trustee responsibilities and good governance practice Experience supporting Boards and committees, including planning, papers and effectiveness reviews Demonstrable experience improving governance frameworks, processes or systems Confidence advising senior stakeholders with discretion, diplomacy and authority Experience working collaboratively across executive teams to embed effective governance practices Clear, credible communicator, both written and ..... full job details .....