Head of Corporate Governance (NHS)

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Head of Corporate Governance (NHS)

London

3–6 Month Contract

Band 8c (NHS equivalent)

We’re supporting a London-based NHS Trust to appoint an experienced Head of Corporate Governance on a 3–6 month contract.

This is a critical senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen corporate governance at Board level within a complex and high-profile organisation.

The Role
  • Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Trust Chair, you’ll lead on all aspects of corporate governance, ensuring robust systems, compliance, and effective decision-making across the organisation.
  • Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading Trust-wide corporate governance frameworks, systems, and processes
  • Supporting the Board of Directors and Council of Governors to meet statutory and regulatory requirements
  • Acting as a key advisor on governance, legislation, and best practice
  • Managing Board and Committee processes, including agendas, papers, and governance reporting
  • Ensuring compliance with NHS regulatory frameworks, constitution, and governance standards
  • Overseeing Information Governance, including data protection and FOI processes
  • Leading membership strategy and governor engagement
  • Managing senior governance and secretariat teams

About You

This role requires a highly credible and experienced governance professional who can operate confidently at Board level.

You’ll bring:

  • NHS experience
  • Significant experience in a senior governance or Company Secretary role within a large/complex organisation
  • Strong knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory frameworks, and risk management
  • Experience supporting Boards and Committees, including Non-Executive Directors
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at senior level
  • Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information
  • Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills
  • Relevant postgraduate or professional qualification (or equivalent experience)

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced governance leader available for your next interim opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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