Director of Corporate Governance & Board Secretary

Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust; Wigan; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust in Wigan is seeking a Director of Corporate Governance to ensure robust governance arrangements and serve as Board Secretary. This senior leadership role demands substantial NHS corporate governance experience, strong analytical and relationship-building skills, and the ability to lead the Trust's governance framework. The ideal candidate will support strategic decision-making in a complex healthcare environment, promoting the values of the Trust.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior-level experience in corporate governance within the NHS.
• Significant experience of risk management, Board assurance and regulatory governance.
• Extensive experience of Board and Committee management, including Company Secretary responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Trust’s chief adviser on corporate governance.
• Serve as Board Secretary, ensuring the Board and its Committees are effective.
• Lead the development of the Trust’s corporate governance framework.

Skills

Analytical skills

Influencing skills

Relationship-building skills

Strategic skills

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Job description

A regional healthcare trust in Wigan is seeking a Director of Corporate Governance to ensure robust governance arrangements and serve as Board Secretary. This senior leadership role demands substantial NHS corporate governance experience, strong analytical and relationship-building skills, and the ability to lead the Trust's governance framework. The ideal candidate will support strategic decision-making in a complex healthcare environment, promoting the values of the Trust.