Band 8c RFL Trust Secretary

Leads the Royal Free London executive office, with management responsibility for the trust's executive support managers and committee secretaries

- Is responsible for establishing and managing the highest levels of corporate governance, acting as the expert advisor to the group chief executive and group chair and the trust board on issues relating to corporate governance

- Ensures the trust's corporate affairs are undertaken and directed to the highest standards of probity and according to statutory and legislative requirements, and in accordance with the regulatory framework (statute, terms of authorisation and constitution) enforced by NHS regulators

- Is responsible for working with, and in support of, all of the group's executive and non-executive directors to deliver an efficient and well-organised trust committee structure, in keeping with the RFL constitution and accountability framework

- Responsible for ensuring that the board and its committees, including those established in wholly owned subsidiaries, provide a comprehensive and robust governance structure.

The postholder is required to act as an independent and impartial arbiter to the trust board and council of governors.

The Royal Free London (RFL) is entering an exciting new chapter, as one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, following the integration of North Middlesex University Hospital into our group. Together, we now deliver world-class care across four major hospitals and more than 70 satellite sites, reaching communities across north London and beyond.

Our executive office is at the heart of our organisation, ensuring its smooth running and supporting our most senior leaders as they drive forward the trust's strategy and objectives.

Working in a fast-paced, high-profile environment, where no day is the same, the team provides a professional, calm and reassuring presence in our trust headquarters.

You will lead the trust's executive office, helping to ensure it delivers the best possible service, managing the highest levels of corporate governance, acting as an expert advisor to the group chief executive and group chair, along with all members of the trust board.

You will ensure the trust's corporate affairs are undertaken and directed to the highest standards, in keeping with the Royal Free London's status as one of the most prestigious trusts in England., The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.