Director of Governance and Performance

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Hartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Director of Governance and Performance to lead its corporate governance function. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing a high-performance culture and engaging with senior stakeholders. This role requires strong organisational skills and attention to detail, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Subsidised parking

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with a focus on details.
• Experience leading corporate governance functions.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the corporate governance function.
• Conduct surveys and audits to improve quality standards.
• Develop governance policy that aligns with strategic intent.
• Maintain the Board Assurance Framework and Annual Governance Statement.
• Ensure operational management of the Trust Board and committees.
• Contribute to the formulation of strategy and policy.
• Produce regulatory returns, including operational performance.
• Manage a high-performing executive support function.

Skills

High performance culture development

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Operational management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced senior leader to join us as Director of Governance and Performance. This post is central to the delivery of our Trust strategy and is responsible for developing and leading a robust and responsive corporate governance and performance function.

You will lead the organisation in the development of a high performance culture, built on a robust accountability framework and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements. The role will suit someone who is highly organised with excellent attention to detail and confident in engaging with internal and external senior stakeholders to provide high standards of assurance. The role also acts as Deputy to the Chief Governance and Performance Officer and you will work closely with the Chief Governance and Performance Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Chief Executive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the corporate governance function for the Trust.
• Undertake surveys and audits of the standards and operational performance of the corporate governance function to identify quality improvements needed, and implement changes to improve the quality of services provided by the team.
• Develop and drive excellence, establishing outstanding governance policy and practice across the whole organisation which reflects the strategic intent and direction of the Trust and is in line with the standards of good governance set for the NHS.
• Lead the development and maintenance of the Board Assurance Framework and Annual Governance Statement and make sure they are maintained and reviewed regularly.
• Ensure the effective operational management of the Trust Board, its committees and Executive committees, following best practice in governance arrangements.
• Contribute to the formulation of strategy, policy and the delivery of statutory and corporate responsibilities.
• Lead the production of regulatory returns including but not limited to the Tiering process for operational performance and the annual Capability Assessment.
• Manage and develop a high‑performing executive support function for the Trust.

EEO and Inclusivity

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Immigration

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full‑time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full‑time permanent contract unless you have:

• applied for a Graduate visa
• or you have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment
• or the Trust has agreed that it will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

This vacancy will close at midnight on 30th November 2025. Interviews are due to be held on 15th December 2025. Please note: this post may be closed earlier if a high number of applications are received.

Benefits to you

• Development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries.
• Reduced‑cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site, free Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites, and free routes to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals.
• Subsidised cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
• 24/7 hot food available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues.
• Staff pod break spaces with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge.
• Flexible arrangements including part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start and finish times.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work‑life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. If you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.