Executive Director, Governance, Legal & Compliance

NHS Scotland; Russell (MO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde invites applications for the role of Director of Governance, Legal and Compliance. This is a senior executive position focused on shaping legal, regulatory and governance frameworks to support safe, effective and sustainable healthcare delivery across the system.

You will lead at scale, influence national approaches, and drive programmes that improve patient safety and public confidence, reporting to the Board and collaborating with clinical leaders and executives.

Qualifications

• Professional legal qualification as a Solicitor or Advocate, with Scottish eligibility to practice.
• Experience leading large, complex organisations at executive level.
• Strong governance and regulatory expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead Board-wide legal and regulatory strategy for NHSGGC (£4.6 billion).
• Represent NHSGGC at senior forums nationally.
• Drive major improvement programmes impacting patient safety and public confidence.
• Strengthen governance with robust, transparent systems.
• Work with Board members, Executive Directors and clinical leaders across the system.
• Build capability and high‑performing teams across the organisation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Governance

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Advocate (Scotland eligibility)

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde invites applications for the role of Director of Governance, Legal and Compliance. This is a senior executive position focused on shaping legal, regulatory and governance frameworks to support safe, effective and sustainable healthcare delivery across the system.

You will lead at scale, influence national approaches, and drive programmes that improve patient safety and public confidence, reporting to the Board and collaborating with clinical leaders and executives.