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Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking Workforce Assurance and Improvement Lead to drive high‑quality workforce governance, assurance, and continuous improvement across the Health Board. This pivotal role ensures that Workforce services are underpinned by robust policy frameworks, consistent standards, and strong regulatory and legislative compliance. The postholder will ensure the effective delivery of our People Plan and wider organisational priorities, strengthening our culture of person‑centred employment practices, data‑driven decision‑making, and professional excellence. Ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome.
Main Duties
The postholder will lead, plan and organise a range of complex activities, formulate and adjust plans to continuously improve workforce governance, assurance, and professional standards across the Health Board. The role will ensure robust Workforce and OD policy frameworks, regulatory and legislative compliance, and data‑driven oversight that supports effective delivery of Health Board services.
Working for our Organisation & Benefits
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi‑award‑winning NHS organisation providing an exceptional workplace. We offer a fantastic benefits package, extensive training and development opportunities, flexible working, occupational health support, and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence. Opportunities for career growth, management development programmes, and professional pathways are available. Our Clinical Futures strategy enhances and promotes care closer to home and high‑quality hospital care.
Qualifications
Essential criteria:
* Associate CIPD membership
* Educated to CIPD level 7/Masters level qualification in a Workforce related qualification
* Educated to degree level in a business/workforce related subject
* Expert knowledge of employment law, NHS workforce policy, equality legislation, and just culture
* Experience advising on complex ER matters, case quality, and ethical practice
* HR leadership role with experience in complex, unionised organisations
* Advanced written/oral communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
* Experience leading policy development and corporate governance processes
* Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities
* Analytical capability; able to interpret and present complex data clearly
Desirable criteria:
* Chartered CIPD membership
* Employment law qualification
* Knowledge of NHS governance requirements
* HR leadership role working within the NHS
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