Governance, Risk and Assurance Lead

If you have a thorough knowledge of corporate governance, risk management and assurance, are an experienced team leader and are looking for a role that can make a difference, the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) have the opportunity for you If you take a proactive approach to your work, love leading and inspiring a team, and have a high degree of personal integrity, you have what this role needs You will join the Corporate Governance Team, managing key areas including risk management, audit, assurance mapping and assessment of internal controls, management of agreements with other organisations, and compliance with key regulations and guidance such as the Corporate Governance Code. You will be responsible for the coordination of policies and procedures, and for recommending changes across the organisation. You will need to be thorough, proactive and committed to being the go-to specialist for corporate governance
What do we offer?
- Hybrid working - offering flexibility to work predominantly from home with the opportunity to be office based should you prefer, or if business needs require it.
- 27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays.
- Opportunities for development
- Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
- Excellent pension
- Various salary sacrifice schemes
- Employee Assistance programme, offering free 24/7 support for you and your loved ones
- Access to a wide range of benefits and high street and online discounts

Leading the Corporate Governance Team to implement appropriate assurance, analysis and reporting activity and establishing reviews to drive safe and compliant delivery of the NHSBSA’s Strategy.
Driving best practice governance, risk and assurance practices across the organisation by championing established frameworks and methodologies.
Leading the Team and providing direction in planning and management of activities across the NHSBSA, supporting effective and efficient delivery of governance, risk and assurance objectives and benefits - including risk management, design and management of the delivery of the internal audit plan, coordination of annual preparation and audit of the NHSBSA Annual Report, mapping and assessment of key controls and assurances embedded across the business and management of agreements with other bodies.
Providing consultancy to Leadership Team members and Senior Managers in determining, reviewing and improving the governance for their areas of responsibility.
Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters.
We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we’re proud to be part of something meaningful, that touches millions of lives.
We design our services around customer needs and place people at the heart of our organisation. That’s why when you join us, you’ll be empowered and supported to help your career grow.
As one of the UK’s Best Big Companies to work for, we’re connected to our values: Collaborative, Adventurous, Reliable and Energetic. We care about our people, our purpose, and your progress.
We strive to offer a fantastic colleague experience, where every colleague is heard, supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion is at the centre of this, and you can join our Lived Experience Networks who help us bring our authentic selves to work.
We’re committed to being a flexible employer and we try to offer a working pattern that suits you where possible, through hybrid working, flexible hours and more.
Alongside a competitive salary with pay progression, we offer a people-centric benefits package, connecting you to the rewards and benefits you value most
We are people connected to care.
In this role, you are accountable for
1. Leadership & Delivery
Establishing the appropriate design of the Corporate Governance Team to provide fit for purpose support to the business to ensure effective systems of control, governance and risk management are in place and manage the operational team budget.
Line management and capability development of the Corporate Governance Team.
Leading the Team to implement appropriate assurance, analysis and reporting activity and establishing reviews to drive safe and compliant delivery of the NHSBSA’s Strategy.
Driving best practice governance, risk and assurance practices across the organisation by championing established frameworks and methodologies.
Leading the establishment of the team as a trusted advisor across the NHSBSA, by providing supportive challenge and education at Leadership Team and senior levels with respect to corporate governance, risk and assurance.
Leading the Team in identifying, developing and sharing best practice governance, risk and assurance processes, tools and templates and benchmarks against industry standard.
Providing direction and guidance to colleagues across the Authority, ensuring business areas requiring additional supp