Interim Director of Corporate Governance

North London NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The North London NHS Foundation Trust seeks a senior governance professional for an interim appointment to lead governance development. The role involves advising senior management, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with stakeholders in a key executive team position. A graduate degree is essential, alongside significant NHS experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate level education, preferably with a Master’s degree.
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators desirable.
• Experience in NHS provider organizations at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of governance framework for the new organization.
• Support Chair and Chief Executive with expert governance advice.
• Ensure compliance with organizational accountabilities.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Assurance

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Graduate Level Education

Master’s Degree or Equivalent

Management/Professional Qualification

Job description

We are seeking to make an interim appointment on a fixed-term contract for three months initially to provide cover in this key role. The appointment may be extended if agreed.

This is a key post reporting directly to the Chief Executive and being a member of the Executive Team. The role involves working closely with the Chair, Board members, the Council of Governors, the Executive Team, and other senior colleagues internally and externally.

The North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) was established on 1 November 2024, following the merger of the Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust and the Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust. We anticipate further growth with the proposed acquisition of Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust from 1 April 2026.

We are looking to appoint an experienced senior governance professional, supported by an Assistant Director of Corporate Governance and a team of four governance staff.

Main Duties

The post holder will lead the development of the governance framework for the new organisation, supporting the Chair and Chief Executive with expert advice on NHS Foundation Trust governance requirements, ensuring full compliance with organisational accountabilities.

About Us

We serve a diverse population of 1.8 million across London Boroughs of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, and Islington, with an annual budget of £670 million and 6,000 staff. We provide comprehensive mental health services, including acute, community, forensic, and specialized services nationally and regionally.

Job Description & Responsibilities

Further details are available in the attached job description document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Graduate level education, preferably supported by a Master’s degree or equivalent, with a management/business or professional qualification (essential)
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (desirable)

Experience

• Senior-level experience in an NHS provider organization
• Experience providing strategic assurance and leadership at Board level
• Experience working with regulators, boards, governors, and stakeholders
• Experience in NHS Foundation Trusts and understanding of their requirements

Skills

• Ability to build relationships internally and externally
• Experience engaging at senior levels including with Board members
• Political sensitivity and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to mental health improvement, equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Self-awareness, self-management, and leadership skills

Additional Information

This role is subject to a DBS check and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service submission. Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Further details are available on the employer’s website.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Employer Details

North London NHS Foundation Trust

St Pancras Hospital, 4 St. Pancras Way, London, NW1 0PE

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