Corporate Governance Lead

You will work closely with our Board, Executive Team, Directors and senior leaders, providing expert advice, constructive challenge and clear assurance reporting. You will lead the Hospices corporate governance and organisational risk management arrangements and help embed effective governance within strategic and operational decision-making.

As the organisations Data Protection Officer, you will provide independent professional advice and oversight on data protection and information governance, act as the principal point of contact with the Information Commissioners Office where required and promote a strong culture of confidentiality and responsible information use. You will also lead and support corporate-level project and change activity, providing structured oversight of complex or higher-risk programmes and strategic initiatives.

Strong corporate governance is essential to ensuring the Hospice operates with integrity,

transparency and accountability while meeting its legal and regulatory obligations. The

Corporate Governance Lead plays a pivotal role in supporting the Board and Executive team by

providing expert assurance, independent oversight and professional challenge across corporate

governance, data protection and organisational change. This role helps create the conditions for

effective decisionmaking, responsible risk management and the successful delivery of strategic

priorities in a complex and highly regulated environment.

St Nicholas Hospice Care is a local charity supporting nearly 2,000 people every year across West Suffolk and Thetford. We provide care in multiple settings, offering specialist clinical support, practical help, and services for families, carers, and those experiencing bereavement.

Qualifications

Essential: - Demonstrable professional knowledge of; - data protection legislation, including UK; - GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Experience