Job Title: Head of Governance and Risk Location: Thame (Oxfordshire) Working arrangements: Hybrid, 2 days per week on-site Salary: £65,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Affinity Trust is a national charity dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives. We are looking for an exceptional governance professional to join our senior leadership team as our new Head of Governance and Risk. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this is a high impact role at the heart of our organisation. You will lead governance and assurance, act as Company Secretary, oversee corporate risk and business continuity, and advise the Board and Executive Team. As a trusted strategic partner, you will help ensure we meet our statutory and regulatory obligations, strengthen decision-making, and uphold our values. You will be responsible for: Leading governance, assurance and Board/Committee support Acting as Company Secretary and ensuring statutory compliance Managing risk, internal control and organisational resilience Overseeing the performance of external legal advisors Providing governance oversight of data protection and information compliance This standalone role requires significant expertise, confidence and integrity. You will bring strong knowledge of charity and company law, excellent Board-level communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic insight with hands on delivery. If you are a values-driven professional who wants to m