HUC

Corporate Governance Facilitator (Board & Committee Secretariat)

The closing date is 06 November 2025

Job summary

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Corporate Governance Facilitator to provide high-quality governance and secretariat support to the Board of Directors, FIAC, and other key committees.

This pivotal role ensures the smooth operation of our governance framework--delivering professional agendas, papers, minutes, and action trackers that support informed and timely decision-making by the Chair, Non-Executive Directors, and Executive Team.

You will also play a key part in managing and developing the RADAR Quality Governance System, ensuring accuracy in policy management, oversight of risk registers, and production of governance reports. The role also involves co-ordinating regulatory submissions and compliance documentation, supporting assurance to the Board and external regulators.

About You

Strong organisational and administrative skills with a keen eye for detail.
Experience providing secretariat or governance support within a healthcare, public sector, or regulated environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence using governance systems (experience with RADAR or similar systems is desirable).
A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Main duties of the job

Board & Committee Secretariato Provide secretariat support to the Board of Directors, FIAC, and other committees,including scheduling, agenda preparation, paper collation, circulation, and follow-up.o Produce accurate and timely minutes from recordings or live meetings, ensuringclarity and effective action tracking.o Maintain annual committee workplans and action logs, following up with responsible officers to ensure progress is monitored and completed.o Support the Chair, Non-Executive Directors, and Executives with governance-related meeting requirements.o Co-ordinate logistical arrangements for meetings, including off-site strategy days, ensuring AV, catering, and venue needs are met

Secretariat & Governance Supporto Ensure effective co-ordination of Board, FIAC, and committee meetings through the Corporate Governance Facilitator.o Maintain high standards of agendas, papers, minutes, and action trackers, ensuring timely follow-up and quality assurance.o Oversee the RADAR Quality Governance System, ensuring accurate use for policies, risk registers, and reporting.o Ensure all statutory and NHS governance submissions (e.g. EPRR, DSPT, CQC requirements) are accurate and completed on time.

About us

At HUC, we're proud to invest in our people by offering a wide range of exciting benefits that support your personal, professional, and financial wellbeing:

Exclusive Discounts: Unlock savings on shopping, travel, and more, through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more. From everyday essentials to special experiences, we've got your wallet covered!NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the NHS Pension, offering peace of mind and long-term financial benefits for all our staff.Wellbeing Support: Your health matters! Enjoy access to counselling services, personalised health plans, meditation guides, energising fitness routines, and delicious recipes to keep you thriving every day.Recognition and Rewards: Your hard work won't go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with peer shout-outs, special awards, and exclusive event vouchers that show how much we appreciate you.Financial Perks:Take the stress out of money matters with free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan to cover everyday expenses, and smart savings options through our Credit Union.Career Growth: Build the future you deserve with our My Academy training programs, exciting internal vacancies, and regular updates to keep you in the loop with HUC news and opportunities.Office Comforts: Stay refreshed with unlimited tea and coffee, enjoy free parking, and recharge in our dedicated relaxation areas. Plus, join in on engaging team events that make every workday more enjoyable!

Date posted

24 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£31,000 to £34,000 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

4265 - 7567905

Job locations

HUC HQ

Ambulance HQ

Ascots Lane, Welwyn Garden City

AL7 4HL

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about this role, please view the attached job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about this role, please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and confident using databases or governance systems.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Commitment to spending at least three days per week at HUC HQ, with flexibility for meetings where required.
Proven organisational ability, able to manage competing priorities and deliver against deadlines.
Experience in committee or governance administration, with strong minute-taking and meeting co-ordination skills.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and confident using databases or governance systems.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Commitment to spending at least three days per week at HUC HQ, with flexibility for meetings where required.
Proven organisational ability, able to manage competing priorities and deliver against deadlines.
Experience in committee or governance administration, with strong minute-taking and meeting co-ordination skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

HUC

Address

HUC HQ

Ambulance HQ

Ascots Lane, Welwyn Garden City

AL7 4HL

Employer's website

https://hucweb.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HUC

Address

HUC HQ

Ambulance HQ

Ascots Lane, Welwyn Garden City

AL7 4HL

Employer's website

https://hucweb.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)