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Governance Lead

Temporary

Closing on: Jan 16 2026

Competitive

We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us. We offer a great work life balance. You have the opportunity to work at any of our brand-new Regional Centres and to also work remotely. Contracts vary in length dependent upon the project with the possibility to extend.

Your time spent with us short or long term will be invaluable - your skills and expertise are needed to deliver the largest digital and transformation projects in Government. There really couldn’t be a better time to join HMRC for your new contract opportunity!

Purpose

Stand up and steward lightweight, outcome-focused governance, aligned to the Target Operating Model and OMAB, with clear decision rights and cadences across Directorates.

Key Outcomes / KPIs

Defined decision rights, boards, artefacts, and reporting; reduced time-to-decision.

Improved risk/issue management and assurance coverage; fewer exceptions.

Consistent federated governance embedded in agile cadences (QBRs/OKRs/reviews).

Priority Deliverables

Governance framework v1 (principles, decision rights, cadences, artefacts), co-designed with practice owners.

Implementation plan for 23 Directorates; pilot ceremonies and reporting packs.

Assurance model (lightweight controls, evidence, audit trail) aligned to OMAB.

Playbook & training for senior ADMs/DMs to run governance day-to-day.

Essential Experience

Enterprise governance set-up in complex tech organisations; pragmatic assurance.

Translating TOM/practice standards into team-level routines.

Nice-to-have

Experience integrating governance into agile delivery without adding drag.

Our Values

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact your designated recruiter to request accommodation.