About this role
Job summary
Exceptional leadership. Outstanding governance. Meaningful impact.
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional and influential leader to join our Executive Team as Director of Corporate Affairs.
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role at one of the largest and most ambitious mental health trusts in the country. As a key member of the Executive Team, you will help shape the strategic direction of the Trust, ensuring the highest standards of governance, risk management, communications and corporate affairs as we continue our journey towards becoming a leading organisation for both patient care and colleague experience.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership across Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Communications and Board Secretariat services. You will ensure the Trust meets its statutory, regulatory and legal obligations while enabling effective, transparent and confident decision-making at Board and Executive level.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Main duties of the job
The Opportunity
This is far more than a governance role.
We are looking for a strategic leader who can build trusted relationships, provide expert advice at the highest level, and help shape the future direction of the Trust. Working alongside Executive and Non-Executive Directors, you will provide authoritative governance leadership, drive improvement and ensure robust systems are in place to support effective and accountable decision-making.
You will lead a high-performing team responsible for governance, risk, communications and corporate affairs, championing excellence, innovation and improvement across the function.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of mental health, addiction and specialist services.
We are driven by a clear vision: to create Great Places for Care and Great Places to Work. We are committed to improving the lives of the people we serve, reducing health inequalities, fostering innovation and creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
As a key member of our executive leadership team, you will join an organisation that is passionate about improvement, collaboration and delivering outstanding care for our communities.
Job description Job responsibilities
About You
You will be an experienced and credible senior leader with substantial expertise in corporate governance and a track record of operating successfully within complex and highly regulated environments.
You will bring:
Significant experience in a senior corporate affairs, governance or company secretariat leadership role Outstanding influencing, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills Strong leadership capabilities with experience of developing high-performing teams A proven track record of delivering complex governance and organisational improvement programmes Excellent analytical, strategic and communication skills A relevant Master's degree or significant equivalent corporate governance experience Most importantly, you will be a collaborative, values-driven leader who is passionate about governance excellence and motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting difference.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to master's degree level or evidence of relevant and significant experience working at a senior level within the field of corporate governance and risk Specialist communications qualification or equivalent experience and knowledge Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
Experience and Knowledge Essential
Relevant experience of working within an NHS Mental Health Trust 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 of servicing Board and committee meetings Experience of devising and implementing effective communications and engagement strategies Knowledge of operational NHS issues Working knowledge of NHS standards of corporate governance, and legal issues relating to governance Knowledge of wider NHS and political environment Thorough understanding of FT governance requirements and ability to uphold the principles of effective corporate governance Experience of managing staffExperience of working with partner agencies from the public, voluntary and private sectors
Skills and Abilities Essential
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Able to influence. Demonstrating tact and diplomacy when dealing with potentially difficult and sensitive issues High standard of presentation both verbal and written. Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Ability to gain and sustain credibility with Board of Directors Good team building and people management skills Able to explain complex matters to lay persons Proficiency in the use of ICT applications to support efficient work activity, including the analysis, interpretation and presentation of complex data Excellent organisational skills Ability to work under pressure and manage a varied and often challenging workload Strong interpersonal skills Ability to manage information in a confidential manner Well-developed negotiating and influencing skills Willing to maintain and uphold accountability of self and others High level of discretion and integrity Ability to travel readily throughout the operating region of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and occasionally further to attend meetings, conferences etc.
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.
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Employer details Employer name Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Curve, Greater Manchester Mental Health
Manchester
M25 3BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)