Strategic Director of Governance & Board Relations

NHS; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 91,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in Greater Manchester is seeking a Director of Corporate Governance to act as Board Secretary and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have substantial senior-level experience within the NHS, demonstrating strong analytical and strategic skills. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary range of £91,342 to £105,337. The closing date for applications is midnight Monday 12th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior-level experience in corporate governance within the NHS.
• Significant experience of risk management, Board assurance and regulatory governance.
• Extensive experience of Board and Committee management.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Trust's chief adviser on corporate governance.
• Serve as Board Secretary, ensuring effective governance.
• Lead the Trust's Board Assurance Framework and corporate risk management.

Skills

Risk management

Board assurance

Strategic influencing

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Education

Degree-level education

Post-graduate qualification in Corporate Governance

Job description

A regional healthcare organization in Greater Manchester is seeking a Director of Corporate Governance to act as Board Secretary and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have substantial senior-level experience within the NHS, demonstrating strong analytical and strategic skills. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary range of £91,342 to £105,337. The closing date for applications is midnight Monday 12th January 2026.