Regulatory Compliance Manager (Clinical)

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Clinical Regulatory Compliance Manager to ensure adherence to CQC standards and to support staff in maintaining high-quality care. The role includes leading compliance initiatives, training staff, and acting as the main contact for regulatory bodies. Applicants should have significant expertise in regulatory compliance and a relevant postgraduate qualification.

Qualifications

• Equivalent level of experience in regulatory compliance/National quality compliance.
• Experience in working with regulatory bodies.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Trust-wide CQC compliance and inspection readiness.
• Monitor compliance against CQC standards.
• Train staff on regulatory standards.

Skills

Regulatory compliance expertise

Knowledge of CQC standards

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Post graduate qualification in Quality assurance and compliance

Educated to Master's degree level

Job description

Job summary

Doyou have a sharp eye for detail and a passion for ensuring excellence in clinical care? Are you an expert in CQC standards and regulatory compliance?

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Clinical Regulatory Compliance Manager to lead and coordinate our Trust's approach to Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance ensuring we meet, maintain, and exceed the fundamental standards of care across all services.

Main duties of the job

This pivotal role will position you at the heart of our quality and governance team. You will be responsible for monitoring CQC regulatory requirements, coordinating readiness activities, and providing expert advice and assurance to senior leaders and frontline staff alike.

You'll support services in embedding a culture of continuous compliance, guiding teams in preparation for CQC inspections, and ensuring evidence is robust, current, and aligned to all five CQC domains.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Leading Trust-wide CQC compliance and inspection readiness, including evidence collation, mock inspections, and staff preparation
• Maintain and update the Trust's CQC assurance framework and self-assessment tools
• Monitor compliance against CQC standards, identify risks, and support action planning
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for clinical and operational teams
• Develop and deliver training and awareness sessions around CQC and regulatory standards
• Act as the central point of contact for the CQC and regulatory bodies

About us

This is your opportunity to play a central role in how we uphold the quality and safety of care we deliver. You'll be joining a passionate team that values high standards, openness, and continuous learning with your work directly contributing to the safety and wellbeing of our patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the roles and responsibilities, and the person specification, please see the accompanying PDF documents.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For full details of the roles and responsibilities, and the person specification, please see the accompanying PDF documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Equivalent level of experience in regulatory compliance/National quality compliance at either a provider or regulator
• Post graduate qualification in Quality assurance and compliance or equivalent experience at either a provider or regulator.

Desirable

• Educated to Master's degree level

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Equivalent level of experience in regulatory compliance/National quality compliance at either a provider or regulator
• Post graduate qualification in Quality assurance and compliance or equivalent experience at either a provider or regulator.

Desirable

• Educated to Master's degree level

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address

BCHFT Corporate Trust headquarters

Civic Centre

Wolverhampton

WV11SH

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