RCGP Scotland Governance Officer

Job Details

Part time, 28 hours per week

Permanent

Grade EN, Salary £29,439.15 per annum (FTE £36,798.94)

Location: Edinburgh (hybrid – minimum two days per week in the office)

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 10 May 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 18 May 2026

Overview

The Royal College of General Practitioners is the largest membership organisation solely for GPs in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1952, it has over 55,000 members who are committed to improving patient care, developing their own skills and promoting general practice as a discipline.

Role Description

As the Governance Officer, you will manage the governance function of RCGP Scotland, providing high quality support, ensuring that the relevant committees and groups operate efficiently and effectively, following all governance procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative and governance support to committees.
• Draft and present written material.
• Communicate effectively to keep committee members informed.
• Ensure governance procedures are followed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Can‑do attitude and confidence working as an effective communicator.
• Previous experience providing full administrative and governance support to committees.
• Demonstrable experience in drafting and presenting written material and communicating effectively to committee members.

Working Conditions

Hybrid working with a minimum of two working days in the Edinburgh office. Flexible working hours Monday to Friday.

Career Development

We offer excellent terms and conditions and a great working environment.

Equal Opportunities

The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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