Head of Quality Governance & Risk | The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Manchester is seeking an experienced Head of Quality Governance & Risk. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for quality improvement and governance functions, collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance, and lead projects focused on patient safety. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong background in quality improvement methodologies and project management, along with leadership skills to inspire teams and promote a culture of transparency.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in quality governance and risk management.
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for governance.
• Lead quality improvement teams and initiatives.
• Act as deputy to the Associate Director of Quality Governance.

Skills

Leadership in Quality Governance

Project Management

Quality Improvement Methodologies

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Patient Safety Standards

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and driven leader for the role of Head of Quality Governance & Risk at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. The right person will have an ambitious approach to leading the quality governance agenda to drive the very best patient outcomes and experience. Supporting the Associate Director of Quality Governance, this role will play an important part in continuing to drive forward and provide leadership to the Trust’s Quality Governance agenda and Risk Management Strategy. They will provide visible professional leadership which inspires, motivates, and engages teams across the organisation. The right candidate will be able to demonstrate success in delivering Quality Improvement Methods and Strategies with a solid background in project management and transformation. They will act as a subject matter expert on quality improvement, risk management, patient safety standards and regulatory requirements. They will be a confident communicator who models civility and compassion and able to engage a wide range of stakeholders. The post holder should be resilient, self-motivated, politically astute, and able to negotiate challenging situations and interactions. Applicants should note that to be successful at the initial stage of recruitment, the personal statement and job history need to demonstrate a solid understanding and evidence of implementation of a range of Quality Improvement methodologies and project / programme management experience.

Role and Responsibilities

Deputising for The Associate Director of Quality Governance, the role will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure robust systems and processes are in place for effective governance across The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

• Provide senior level leadership and direction to the Patient Safety, Clinical Governance, Health & Safety, Risk and Quality Improvement teams.
• Lead the continual development and evolution of the Trust Local Risk Management System and associated strategies.
• The postholder will work collaboratively to promote a culture of transparency, learning, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and delivering high standards of care.
• Act as the formal deputy to the Associate Director of Quality Governance, including representation at senior meetings, committees, and external forums.
• Provide leadership in the absence of the Associate Director, ensuring continuity across quality governance functions.
• Support the production, publication and delivery of the Trust’s Quality Improvement Strategy and Governance Framework, working closely with divisional and corporate teams.
• Oversee the administration and review of the Trust’s risk registers, ensuring alignment with the Board Assurance Framework and risk management strategy.

This advert closes on Wednesday 1 Oct 2025