Executive Office and Governance Manager

About the role

This is a high-profile and varied role at the heart of the organization, combining executive support, governance administration and organizational coordination. You will act as a trusted partner to the Chief Executive, helping to coordinate strategic priorities while ensuring the smooth operation of the Executive Office, Council and committee processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level support to the Chief Executive, CFOO and President
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, travel and stakeholder engagements
• Support implementation of the RSM’s strategic plan and organizational priorities
• Coordinate Council and committee meeting cycles, papers, minutes and actions tracking
• Support Trustees and governance processes
• Maintain organizational risk and business continuity documentation
• Manage contract registers and key renewals/deadlines
• Coordinate Executive Team actions, reporting and organizational projects
• Drive efficient ways of working through Microsoft 365 and Copilot

Requirements

• Experience supporting senior executives, boards or leadership teams
• Excellent organization, planning and prioritization skills
• Strong written communication and minute-taking skills
• Experience with governance, committee or board processes
• Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder management skills
• Confidence handling sensitive and confidential information
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills
• Experience within a charity, membership organization, professional body, university, Royal College or similar environment would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Work directly with the Chief Executive and President
• Build relationships with senior leaders, Trustees and healthcare professionals
• Gain valuable exposure to strategy, governance and organizational leadership
• Contribute to a major organizational transformation programme
• Develop expertise across executive support, governance and organizational management
• Make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative, mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing healthcare
• We recognize that people develop skills and experience in different ways. You do not need to meet every requirement to apply — we welcome applications from candidates whose experience has been gained through employment, voluntary work, education, community leadership, lived experience or other relevant routes.