Client:

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Community Health Partnerships (CHP) is a Department of Health and Social Care-owned organisation responsible for managing public sector investment in healthcare infrastructure. Working at the heart of the NHS estate, CHP plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, sustainable facilities through strong governance, strategic partnerships, and effective asset management.

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Role:

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CHP is seeking a Senior Governance Manager to lead the development and maintenance of its governance and control framework, ensuring effective assurance across all business functions. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will oversee internal audit, risk management, corporate governance processes, and policy development, while managing a small Business Assurance team.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop the Business Assurance team, including performance management, mentoring, and ongoing capability development

• Develop and deliver the annual risk-based internal audit plan, working closely with internal and external audit partners

• Oversee internal audit processes, ensuring effective implementation of recommendations and reporting progress to the Audit and Risk Committee

• Establish, document, and monitor internal controls, ensuring compliance across all business functions

• Act as the internal policy lead, maintaining the policy and procedure register and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best practice

• Lead the organisation’s risk management framework, maintaining the corporate risk register and facilitating risk reviews and risk appetite workshops

• Act as the first point of contact for fraud-related matters and maintain the fraud register

• Manage governance processes, including Board and Committee meetings, annual schedules, reporting, and statutory filings

• Maintain governance records such as declarations of interest, gifts and hospitality, and tender waivers

• Support Board and Director effectiveness, including induction, development, and training

• Contribute to the production of governance and risk-related content within the Annual Report

• Work closely with senior stakeholders and the Senior Leadership Team to identify risks, improve processes, and strengthen governance practices

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Person Specification:

• Strong experience in governance, internal audit, or risk management within a complex organisation

• Detailed understanding of audit planning, internal controls, and enterprise risk management frameworks

• Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including Board and Executive-level colleagues

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach

• Experience managing teams, with the ability to lead, develop, and motivate others

• High level of attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Knowledge of the public sector and/or NHS environment is desirable

• Relevant governance, audit, or risk qualifications (or working towards) are desirable

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For further information on applying, contacts for an informal discussion or access to the job descriptions please follow the link below:

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https://www.microsite-castlefieldrecruitment.com/community-health-partnerships/

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Please note that direct approaches and speculative CV's will be directed to Castlefield Recruitment to be included in the recruitment process.

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