Head of Governance
Type of contract: Full Time Permanent
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Salary: Grade 8 (£59,342-£64,845)
The Role
For more than 160 years, the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) has been one of the world's leading drama schools, renowned for its training, examinations and commitment to developing exceptional talent. Its alumni have shaped the performing arts industry across stage and screen, including President Benedict Cumberbatch.
Following the award of indefinite Taught Degree Awarding Powers, LAMDA is entering an exciting new phase, with an increased focus on governance, regulatory compliance, risk management and institutional effectiveness.
To support this evolution, LAMDA has created the new role of Head of Governance. Reporting to the Principal & CEO, with a reporting line to the Chair of the Board, this role will lead governance, compliance, risk and assurance activity across the institution. The postholder will provide strategic advice to senior leaders and the Board while managing a small governance team.
If you would welcome a conversation about this role, please do feel free to email [email protected]and we will look to arrange an opportunity to connect.
How to Apply
Please submit the following 4 documents via email to [email protected]
A cover letter to tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you. Tell us what experience, knowledge and skills you have that meet the person specification outlined in the job description.
CV
Completed Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form
Completed Supplementary Form
Application Deadline
The closing date for all applications is 12 noon on Monday 24 August 2026*
Interviews anticipated to be held during week 7 September 2026
*Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early or extend the advert where necessary.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA, and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under -represented groups.We are happy to provide recruitment information in accessible formats and a provision to accept applications in alternative formats.
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