Head of PLC Governance

Head of PLC Governance – Listed Financial Services

£90,000-£110,000, Kent (Hybrid – 2 days WFH)

We are recruiting for a Head of PLC Governance to support a listed financial services company through the next stage of their exciting transformation journey.

This senior position plays a pivotal role in strengthening the organisation’s corporate governance framework, leading the PLC team, taking a lead on the AGM and acting as Secretary to one of the main PLC committees.

Reporting to the Group Head of Corporate Governance, this is a high-impact role for an experienced governance professional who thrives on delivering high quality plc work while supporting the development of a resilient governance framework that underpins business success.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the PLC governance workstream for the department, ensuring full compliance with all listed company obligations, including the AGM, Annual Report, shareholder communications, and regulatory disclosures.
• Provide expert guidance on corporate governance requirements, staying ahead of regulatory developments and emerging best practices.
• Strengthen and evolve the Group’s governance framework to support effective Board and committee operations, informed decision-making, and clear delegation of authority.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to conduct performance evaluations of management committees and maintain consistent governance standards across divisions.
• Serve as Secretary to designated Boards and Committees, overseeing meeting preparation, accurate minute-taking, and prompt action tracking.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members, cultivating a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the corporate secretariat.

Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Significant governance experience within a listed corporate secretariat function. Financial Services experience would be desirable but not necessary.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Previous line management experience is required.
• A professional qualification such as Chartered Governance Institute accreditation (or equivalent).

At The Core Partnership, we embrace diversity and believe in the inherent value of every individual. Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond mere words; it’s ingrained in our core values of humanity, passion, honesty, and commitment. We therefore welcome all applicants, regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed both internally and for the roles we recruit for. If you require any adjustments to facilitate your application process, please let us know.

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