Group Secretary and Governance Lead

Location: Repton and Repton Prep, with occasional travel across RFS UK schools. Contract: Permanent, year-round role Hours: Full-time - 40 hours per week Benefits: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Private Healthcare Insurance Sports Centre Membership (family) Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Schemes Repton School is looking to appoint a Group Secretary and Governance Lead. The Group Secretary and Governance Lead is accountable for provision of the Group Secretariat function, driving best-in-class governance, including corporate, charity and regulatory compliance and support to the Repton Group. They will have experience and good working knowledge of all applicable legislation, regulations and guidance and will ensure systems are in place to communicate key updates and associated training. The Group Secretary and Governance Lead is also accountable for the successful provision of all services of Clerk to the Governing Body to schools within the group, and for the provision of support and advice to any other Clerks within the group, as required. The closing date for applications for this role is 28 July 2026. Should you wish to complete an offline application form, or should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via HR@repton.org.uk Main Responsibilities Company Secretary & Governance: Act as Company Secretary for the Repton Group, incorporating all entities including RFS Schools within the UK. Provide timely and effective governance and high standards of reporting Act as a trusted adviser to the Board and senior executives on governance, charity and company obligations. External Legal Support: Recognise when specialist external advice is required and advise senior management accordingly. Ensure there is a suitable portfolio of external advisors in place for advice on specialist matters, with relationships well-maintained and support cost effective. Regularly review the provision and quality