Senior Legal Counsel -Corporate Governance - Up To 12 Months Ftc

About the role
This role is pivotal in ensuring effective Corporate Governance and secretarial support within The Coventry.
Reporting directly to the Society Secretary during this 12 month maternity cover you will be responsible for advising on a wide range of Corporate Governance matters and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
There is focus on supporting several Board Committees, and the Coventry Building Society Charitable Foundation. Along with Board members, Executives, and suppliers.
What we offer - Coventry Building Society (coventrycareers.co.uk)
Hybrid Model: At least 1 day a week based in the Coventry Office - flex subject to board meetings 
About you

It is important you have experience working in the Financial Services sector or a regulated industry with a sound grasp of relevant Corporate Governance and charities law requirements.
You'll demonstrate people skills in order tobuild and maintain successful working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including Board members, executives, colleagues, and external partners.
You'll have excellentverbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex information, facilitate discussions, and articulate recommendations to various stakeholders.
You will have the ability to work effectively under pressure, managing competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining diligence and delivering high-quality work.
You will be legally qualified ( or CGI/ICSA qualification) with a strong interest in corporate governance and secretariat.
About us
As a mutual, we’ve always worked together to improve the lives of others. Now one of the largest Building Societies in the UK, over 3,000 of us share that goal, in our branches and Head Office. Our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and total support for our wellbeing.
We’re serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation, but also of personality and the way we think. By being yourself, you’ll make us stronger. You can build so much more than a career.
Come and make a difference in our Society, that’s been voted a ‘Great Place to Work’ by our teams.
Flexibility and why it matters
We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we’ll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role.