Head of Legal and Governance and Company Secretary

Head of Legal and Governance and Company Secretary

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Organisation: Action Against Hunger UKLocation: London, Greater London (Hybrid)Salary band: £59,664 - £71,899 (FTE)Duration: PermanentHours: Full time 37.5 per weekPosting date: 19 Aug 2025 | Closing date: 8 Sep 2025We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger. No challenge is too big. With you we can do it. Join us.Responsibilities

Working with the Chief Executive and the Executive Committee of Directors, act as Company Secretary and as head of a small Legal and Governance team.Provide high quality advice on legal, risk, compliance and governance matters across the UK organisation and progress strategic priorities to ensure first class management of these areas.Respond to a broad range of legal queries and develop robust policies and procedures to advise on compliance with legal, regulatory and donor requirements, voluntary standards and best practice.Work independently to provide high quality advice, drafting and reviewing contracts, preparing and delivering training, and instructing external counsel where appropriate.Work closely with the Board of Trustees, Executive Committee and the Board Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee to support reporting and management of risks across the organisation.Qualifications and Experience

Senior solicitor with a passion for working in an international humanitarian NGO setting.Experience as Company Secretary and head of a Legal and Governance function.Ability to provide strategic legal, risk, compliance and governance advice; drafting and reviewing contracts; training delivery.Willingness to work with the Board of Trustees and external counsel as needed.Experience working with donor requirements, regulatory standards, and governance best practices.Years of experience: 5-9 years.Job Details

Job location: London, Greater London (Hybrid)Employment type: Full-timeSeniority level: DirectorFor more information and to apply, visit the posting page.

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