Director of Corporate Affairs

3 weeks ago

Prestwich Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Full time

We are delighted that you are exploring the role of Director of Corporate Affairs and Risks Management at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH).

This key role in our Board of Directors and an opportunity for an ambitious leader with expertise in corporate affairs and risk management to guide us on these matters and drive positive change on our improvement journey.

The successful candidate will establish and maintain the highest standards of corporate governance and will provide professional advice and guidance to the Board of Directors on all matters related to corporate governance and risk management, including the fulfilment of the Trust Boards statutory duties and responsibilities.

As a member of the Board of Directors, they will share collective responsibility for quality improvement, with personal accountability for strengthening the Trust's brand and reputation, and the strategic leadership to the communication and marketing function, including in relation to media affairs and public relations.

We are interested in receiving applications from candidates with strong technical knowledge and expertise in corporate governance, and demonstratable experience of improving governance in organisations of comparable size andcomplexity .

Main duties of the job

To work with the Board of Directors in fulfilling its role, ensuring effective corporate governance processes are in place, that statutory duties are fulfilled and that the strong reputation of the Trust is maintained. This includes responsibility for Board and committee arrangements, the Foundation Trust membership, the Council of Governors and internal andexternal communications and marketing initiatives/campaigns.

Full details available in the candidate brief.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Job responsibilities

Provide independent expert advice and support to the Chief Executive and Chairman and work with the Board of Directors on all matters relating to statutory and legislative compliance and interpretation.

Support the Chairman and Chief Executive in ensuring compliance with the NHS Foundation Trust Code of Governance and other best practice in corporate governance.

With the Chairman, ensure that the Board of Directors and its committees are properly constituted, operated and supported, according to Standing Orders and the regulatory framework.

Provide authoritative advice to the Chief Executive, Chairman, Board of Directors and Council of Governors on legal and constitutional matters and the correct and proper conduct of business and meetings. Commission and provide briefings for external legal advice where necessary to ensure the efficient and effective resolution of issues.

Scrutinise, report and advise the Board of Directors on all new regulatory developments.

Assess the governance implications of reports put to the Board of Directors and Council of Governors.

Ensure all registers required by the Constitution or related legislation are established and maintained, and along with any appropriate reports make sure they are available for public inspection.

Ensure Standing Orders are in place, adhered to, acted upon and reviewed as necessary, and with the Chief Finance Officer, ensure Standing Financial Instructions are similarly in place, reviewed and acted upon by the Board of Directors.

With the Chief Executive and Chief Finance Officer, ensure the statutory annual returns, including the annual accounts and annual report are prepared, presented to the regulator and laid before Parliament.

Oversee the development of systems, control process and risk management arrangements that comply with internal and external governance and best practice requirements and contribute to continuous improvement of the quality of risk information particularly in the areas of key controls.

Provide expert advice and guidance to the Chair of the Audit Committee to ensure all appropriate requirements and duties are complied with; attend all meetings of the Audit Committee to ensure appropriate assurances are in place.

Liaise with the internal and external audit functions of the Trust and provide leadership to the Council of Governors in the appointment of external auditors for the Trust.

With the Board of Directors, ensure effective risk management and reporting for the Trust, including through the submission of regular reports to the Board of Directors.

Contribute to the on-going development of an effective performance management framework that facilitates effective delivery of the Trusts strategy and agreed performance standards.

Ensure that the Trust is able to comply with the requirements of the regulatory framework, including the National Health Service Act 2006 and the Health and Social Care Act 2022, the FT Licence and the Constitution.

Full details available in the candidate brief.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications
  • Educated to master's degree level or evidence of relevant and significant experience working at a senior level
  • Specialist communications qualification or equivalent experience and knowledge
  • Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
Experience and Knowledge
  • Relevant experience working in a regulated industry / organisation in a senior management role, or in Company Secretary/Corporate governance role
  • Experience of working in an organisation under public and political scrutiny
  • Demonstrable track record of dealing effectively with business issues in a large / complex organisation
  • Experience in the NHS in a senior management role / secretary / corporate governance role
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.

Depending on experienceDependent on experience.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,Part-time,Job share,Flexible working,Compressed hours,Term time hours,Annualised hours

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