Governance Administrator
CV-LibraryHarlow, EssexcontractPosted: 10 August 2026
Apply NowA local authority in Harlow is seeking a Governance Administrator to join the Property Directorate on a 12‑month temporary contract. This role is full time but you will need to be on‑site for 3 days per week, increasing to 4.
Harlow offers excellent transport links, modern facilities, and strong connectivity to London and Stansted Airport-an ideal location to grow your career in public services.
Role Overview
You will provide high‑quality administrative and governance support, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations, accurate record‑keeping, and effective coordination across the service.
Pay: Either £156.19 to £200 per day dependant on the engagement type
Key Responsibilities
Organise and schedule meetings, including room bookings
Manage calendars and appointments
Take accurate meeting minutes and distribute actions
Prepare and proofread reports, correspondence, and documentation
Maintain electronic and paper filing systems
Monitor shared inboxes and respond to enquiries
Update databases, records, and tracking systems
Support governance processes and compliance activities
Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders to meet deadlines
Provide general administrative support to the wider team
About You
Experience in administration or business support
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
Confident minute‑taker with strong documentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job
Harlow offers excellent transport links, modern facilities, and strong connectivity to London and Stansted Airport-an ideal location to grow your career in public services.
Role Overview
You will provide high‑quality administrative and governance support, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations, accurate record‑keeping, and effective coordination across the service.
Pay: Either £156.19 to £200 per day dependant on the engagement type
Key Responsibilities
Organise and schedule meetings, including room bookings
Manage calendars and appointments
Take accurate meeting minutes and distribute actions
Prepare and proofread reports, correspondence, and documentation
Maintain electronic and paper filing systems
Monitor shared inboxes and respond to enquiries
Update databases, records, and tracking systems
Support governance processes and compliance activities
Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders to meet deadlines
Provide general administrative support to the wider team
About You
Experience in administration or business support
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
Confident minute‑taker with strong documentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job