Chief Governance & Strategy Lead

Nursing and Midwifery Co; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Enhanced Pension Contributions

Life Insurance 4x salary

Hybrid working

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Perkbox membership

Subsidised restaurant in PortlandPlace

Season ticket loans

Job summary

Nursing and Midwifery Council is seeking a Head of Governance to lead a seasoned team and shape how governance supports the organisation’s strategic aims. The role offers visibility with senior leaders and a mandate to develop robust governance frameworks that enable effective decision-making.

You will champion inclusive leadership, foster collaboration, and ensure governance processes remain proportionate and fit for the future. This is a key leadership position in London.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior governance role within a complex organisation.
• Experience supporting Boards, Councils, Committees or other senior decision-making bodies.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, accountability and assurance.
• Track record of leading, motivating and developing diverse teams.
• Ability to build credibility and trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• Confident influencing and constructive challenge at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Governance function.
• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing, inclusive team.
• Create a culture where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued.
• Ensure effective support to Council, Committees and senior decision-making forums.
• Build strong relationships with Council Members and senior leaders.
• Champion continuous improvement and governance effectiveness.
• Lead governance projects and initiatives aligned to organisational priorities.
• Oversee governance reporting, assurance activities and key outputs.
• Support the organisation through change and transformation.
• Deputise for senior governance leadership when required.

Skills

Senior governance leadership

Board/Committee support

Governance frameworks

People leadership

Stakeholder influencing

Communication skills

Decision making

Judgement & discretion

Collaborative problem solving

Resilience & adaptability

Job description

Nursing and Midwifery Council is seeking a Head of Governance to lead a seasoned team and shape how governance supports the organisation’s strategic aims. The role offers visibility with senior leaders and a mandate to develop robust governance frameworks that enable effective decision-making.

You will champion inclusive leadership, foster collaboration, and ensure governance processes remain proportionate and fit for the future. This is a key leadership position in London.