Head of Corporate Governance (NHS)
MLC Partners London
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)
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If you’re an experienced governance leader available for your next interim opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
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