Governance & Compliance Operational Lead

Job Title: Governance & Compliance Operational Lead

Location: Esteem Multi-Academy Trust

Grade/Scale: Support Pay Scale - Grade 11 (Points 24-27), Actual Salary £39,865 - £43,270 per annum

Contract: 37 hours per week, all year round (Part time and/or term time only could be considered for the right candidate)

Join Esteem Multi‑Academy Trust as our Governance & Compliance Operational Lead, a key professional role at the heart of ensuring strong, effective and compliant governance across our Trust. Working closely with senior leaders, trustees and governors, you will provide expert guidance on statutory requirements, lead governance assurance processes, coordinate policies and compliance systems, and deliver high‑quality clerking and organisational support.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced governance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, builds strong relationships, and delivers meticulous work to tight deadlines. You’ll play a vital part in strengthening our governance framework, supporting decision‑making, and championing best practice across the organisation.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The CEO and more information about Esteem Multi-Academy Trust.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

- Teacher's Pension Scheme / LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)

- Generous holiday entitlement

- Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.

- Access to National College CPD platform.

For further information, please contact Carena Graham-Benson (Director of Governance and Compliance) on cgraham-benson@esteemmat.co.uk.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status.

Perfection is not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!