Job Summary
We are seeking an outstanding Trust Secretary to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and play a pivotal role in shaping governance, assurance and strategic direction.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all aspects of Board and committee governance.
* Ensure compliance with statutory, constitutional and NHS England regulatory requirements.
* Oversee the Board Assurance Framework and corporate governance environment.
* Support Non‑Executive Director recruitment, induction, appraisals and succession planning.
* Lead on the Annual Report, Annual Governance Statement and Annual General Meeting.
* Support CQC Well‑Led evidence and external governance reviews.
* Oversee key corporate registers, declarations and governance documentation.
* Advise the Board on emerging governance issues and NHS reforms.
Qualifications & Experience
* Significant experience as a Trust Secretary, Company Secretary or senior governance leader in a large, complex public or regulated organisation.
* Advanced knowledge of corporate governance, statutory compliance and NHS regulatory requirements.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing governance teams.
* Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
* High levels of integrity, judgement and political awareness.
* A relevant professional qualification (e.g. Chartered Governance Institute / ICSA) is desirable.
* Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
Additional Information
Band: 8c, Salary £79,163 to £90,880 a year inc HCA, Permanent, Full‑time, Watford General Hospital, WD18 0HB.
Reference number: 360‑E‑10746.
Equal opportunities: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer. All suitable candidates will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity or marital status.
Closing: We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks you may consider yourself unsuccessful.
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