Chief Governance Officer

3 weeks ago

West Wickham, Greater London, United Kingdom South West London and St Georges Mental Health Trust Full time

We are in search of a passionate and skilled professional to assume the critical position of Chief Governance Officer within our esteemed Mental Health Trust.


In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring that our governance frameworks and procedures are effectively established and maintained, thereby promoting excellence while embodying our core values.


Our commitment lies in delivering outstanding mental health services to our patients, their families, and the wider community.


We are a forward-thinking organization, as evidenced by our award-winning mental health facilities, recognized as some of the finest globally.


We take pride in fostering an inclusive culture where every team member is valued, enabling us to provide the highest quality care for our patients.


Our goal is to be an actively anti-racist organization, dedicated to confronting and dismantling systemic racism within our services and the community.


We acknowledge that health disparities significantly affect mental health outcomes, and we are committed to ensuring equitable access to care for all individuals, irrespective of their racial or ethnic background.


The Chief Governance Officer will offer strategic leadership across all facets of Corporate Governance.


As the primary advisor to the Board and Executive Directors, you will collaborate closely with senior leaders to enhance governance practices.


Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Establishing and upholding the highest standards of corporate governance while managing relationships between the Board and key stakeholders.
  • Advising the Chair and Chief Executive on system-wide governance initiatives, ensuring robust governance arrangements are in place and continuously improved.
  • Contributing to the development of strategies and policies in support of the Chief Strategy Officer.
  • Leading governance efforts within the South London Partnership, ensuring clarity in processes and adherence to procedures.


As part of the selection process, candidates can anticipate a values and competency-based interview along with stakeholder panels.


We are dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging within our organization.


Our expert services, rich history, and unwavering commitment to providing top-quality care for individuals with mental health challenges are paramount.


We aspire to achieve 'outstanding' ratings from the Care Quality Commission.


This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of enhancing community care.


We have invested significantly in state-of-the-art mental health facilities, with further developments planned to improve our services.


We embrace diversity and inclusivity, actively seeking to attract individuals from all backgrounds to enrich our collaborative efforts.


We offer flexible working arrangements, opportunities for career development, and a range of benefits to cultivate a positive and supportive environment for our staff.


About Our Locations:

Our main site is a state-of-the-art facility, developed through significant investment to provide an exceptional environment for patient care.


In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined for this role, other key duties include:

  • Keeping the Board and stakeholders informed of any new policy, legislative, regulatory, and governance developments that may impact the Trust.
  • Providing confidential counsel to the Chief Executive, Chair, and Board members on all aspects of Board business.
  • Guiding the Board in the effective conduct of its responsibilities, offering an independent perspective when necessary.
  • Overseeing the Trust's corporate governance framework to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensuring that the Trust's corporate affairs are conducted with the highest standards of integrity.
  • Providing expert advice on governance matters to ensure adherence to all relevant frameworks.
  • Leading the design and implementation of the Board Assurance Framework, ensuring it is regularly reviewed for effectiveness.
  • Facilitating the appointment of key governance roles in accordance with best practices.
  • Ensuring that the Board receives comprehensive support and advice to operate efficiently and effectively.


A detailed overview of responsibilities can be found in the recruitment pack, which includes the job description and person specification.

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