Senior Governance & Assurance Lead

We are seeking an experienced and credible Senior Governance & Assurance Lead to develop and lead an integrated approach to corporate governance, delivery assurance, risk management and compliance. This is a specialist role with the opportunity to shape how assurance supports effective decision-making, proportionate control and successful delivery across a complex health innovation organisation. Working closely with Executive Directors, senior leaders, programme and service leads, and corporate functions, you will provide independent oversight, constructive challenge and expert advice. You will design and continuously improve governance and assurance frameworks that give senior leaders and Boards confidence in delivery, compliance, performance and risk. A key focus will be the development and operation of assurance across the HInM Path, our end-to-end commercial and delivery process, from opportunity development and definition through to initiation, delivery and closure. You will ensure that assurance is risk-based, proportionate and embedded within normal business processes, strengthening accountability without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.,

• Corporate Compliance Management: Lead and improve HInM's governance and compliance arrangements, ensuring effective oversight, reporting and readiness for external review.
• Programme & Service Delivery Assurance: Establish proportionate assurance across programmes, services and strategic initiatives, providing independent challenge on delivery confidence, value, risk, resources and budgets.
• HInM Path Assurance: Design and operate risk-based assurance across the HInM Path, embedding oversight from opportunity development through implementation, benefits realisation and impact evaluation.
• Performance & Assurance Reporting: Develop integrated performance, risk and assurance reporting that provides executives and committees with clear, actionable insight.
• Risk Management & Internal Control: Lead the corporate risk framework, maintaining oversight of strategic and operational risks and challenging the effectiveness of controls and mitigations.
• Assurance Tools & Technology: Lead the development and use of digital tools, automation and reporting technology to improve assurance quality, consistency and timeliness.
• Leadership & Capability Development: Lead and develop the Governance & Assurance function, strengthening organisational capability and promoting accountability, transparency and continuous improvement.
  
  Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.
MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success.Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.