Head of Corporate Governance

NHS Arden & GEM CSU; Hartford; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health services organization is seeking an experienced Head of Corporate Governance for an interim role in Cambridgeshire. This position involves ensuring effective governance practices and requires substantial experience in corporate governance. The role offers competitive pay and emphasizes professional growth and inclusivity. Applicants must be UK residents and able to commit to a 3-month contract with remote working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

State-of-the-Art Technology

Commitment to Professional Growth

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in corporate governance.
• Strong understanding of governance practices and principles.
• Exceptional written, organisational, and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure good information flows to the Board of Directors.
• Regularly review and update governance arrangements.
• Implement evaluations of the Board of Directors' performance.

Skills

Corporate governance experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Head of Corporate Governance

Location: Kingston, Cambridgeshire, UK, CB23 2

Job Type: Interim

Application Deadline: 2025-11-01

Embrace the chance to make a difference: Join NHS Arden & GEM CSU as an interim and bring your unique expertise to where it's needed most!

Opportunity for Interim Specialists to Support NHS Initiatives

We invite you to become a key member of our respected, diverse team at Arden & Gem, contributing to our temporary staffing framework that benefits the entire trust. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Corporate Governance for a 3-month contract. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring effective governance practices within the organisation. This position requires travel to Cambridgeshire at least once per month.

Role Scope:

• Full time hours - 37.5 per week
• A fixed-term agreement for 3 months
• Remote working opportunity with travel to Cambridgeshire at least once per month

Key Responsibilities:

• Information Flow: Ensure good information flows to the Board of Directors and its committees, and between senior management and non-executive directors.
• Maintain Governance Arrangements: Regularly review and update governance arrangements to ensure they are current and effective.
• Evaluate Board Performance: Implement and support regular evaluations of the Board of Directors' effectiveness and performance using various methods, including self-assessments and independent reviews.
• Monitor Policies: Ensure all governance-related policies and strategies are up to date and effective, addressing any areas of non-compliance or concern.
• Ensure Compliance: Ensure adherence to best practices regarding the Fit and Proper Persons test for all Directors.
• Annual Reports and AGM: Support the production of annual reports and AGMs.
• Support Risk Reporting: Aid in risk reporting, training, and the development of risk management tools and guidance.

Our Employee Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay (AFC Band 8b) £64,455 - £74,896 per annum pro-rata, dependant on your experience and the number of years you have worked in the NHS.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: Our employees get to work with the latest and most advanced technologies available.
• Commitment to Professional Growth: We foster innovation, teamwork, and advancement by offering complimentary training and development to all staff.

Experience and Qualifications Required Include:

• Substantial experience in corporate governance.
• Strong understanding of governance practices and principles.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Exceptional written, organisational, and administrative skills.
• Have the ability to operate with initiative under pressure, and with minimum supervision.
• Able to travel to Cambridgeshire at least once per month.

Keep in mind, we appreciate a variety of skills and viewpoints within our team and welcome candidates from all walks of life and different career backgrounds.

Next Steps:

We value independent thinking and risk-taking. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas. Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to create an enjoyable and supportive working environment.

Note: We are not sponsoring these positions, so applicants must be UK residents.

At Arden & GEM CSU, we prioritise making the application process easy and accessible. As an NHS employer, we sometimes hire through NHS Jobs, LinkedIn, or other external job boards. Whether you choose LinkedIn's one-click CV submission or prefer to submit an application form via NHS Jobs, every application is valued equally, and the choice of how you apply is yours!

At Arden & GEM, we embrace change and value inclusivity. We recognise that your time is precious and that work-life balance matters. Apply in the way that suits you best - and join us to make a difference!