Head of Compliance
LocationPortsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Posted At3/11/2026
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Quality assurance and regulatory professionals
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£48,200
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Description
Job Summary
NHS Band 8A: £57,528 - £60,417 per annum (effective date 01/04/2026)
Contract: Permanent
Full time: 37.5 hours per week.
To apply: Please submit CV and covering letter
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional leader to join our Single Corporate Services team as the Head of Compliance. This pivotal post supports both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, working collaboratively to ensure we continue to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care across both organisations.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Quality Governance and accountable to the Chief Nurse, you will ensure both Trusts meet their legal and regulatory obligations associated with compliance and to ensure that there are robust arrangements in place to continue to be well led organisations. This includes assurance and escalation as necessary. The Head of Compliance is the designated lead for compliance in both Trusts and will be accountable to both the Associate Director of Quality Governance and the Chief Nurse.
About Us
NHS Band 8A: £57,528 - £60,417 per annum (effective date 01/04/2026)
Contract: Permanent
Full time: 37.5 hours per week.
To apply: Please submit CV and covering letter
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional leader to join our Single Corporate Services team as the Head of Compliance. This pivotal post supports both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, working collaboratively to ensure we continue to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care across both organisations.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Quality Governance and accountable to the Chief Nurse, you will ensure both Trusts meet their legal and regulatory obligations associated with compliance and to ensure that there are robust arrangements in place to continue to be well led organisations. This includes assurance and escalation as necessary. The Head of Compliance is the designated lead for compliance in both Trusts and will be accountable to both the Associate Director of Quality Governance and the Chief Nurse.
About Us
Our vision for Single Corporate Services
Isle of Wight NHS Trust (IWT) and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU) have a shared vision of a single corporate service across our two organisations, supported by a single set of identical systems and processes, under joint leadership, to drive significant efficiencies, improve employee experience, and return time to patient care.
This vacancy is part of the Single Corporate Services Division.
Why are we changing the way we deliver Corporate Services?
Working as a partnership, both IWT and PHU have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this. The creation of a single corporate service is essential for us to support our clinical and operational services, and our wider transformation programme
The single corporate service is delivered across both organisation. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally
Details
Isle of Wight NHS Trust (IWT) and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU) have a shared vision of a single corporate service across our two organisations, supported by a single set of identical systems and processes, under joint leadership, to drive significant efficiencies, improve employee experience, and return time to patient care.
This vacancy is part of the Single Corporate Services Division.
Why are we changing the way we deliver Corporate Services?
Working as a partnership, both IWT and PHU have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this. The creation of a single corporate service is essential for us to support our clinical and operational services, and our wider transformation programme
The single corporate service is delivered across both organisation. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally
Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
REF1997Q
Job locations
Queen Alexandra Hosp, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
PO6 3LY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To support on behalf of the Trusts, in the management and approach to HIOW ICB, including negotiation of the quality contract reporting requirements, relationship management, enquiries and using knowledge and expertise to ensure a proactive approach to the relationship with the ICB and oversight within the Trusts.
To lead the oversight of the patient safety alert system (CAS alert) and ensure compliance is maintained and reported on.
Act as the Corporate lead and expert resource for the development and publication of the Trust annual Quality Account on behalf of the Associate Director of Quality Governance.
Lead and oversee Group wide policy management, ensuring all Trust wide policies are reviewed, approved, and monitored in line with regulatory, statutory, and organisational requirements.
Provide expert advice to the Executive Team and Board on quality, safety, and risk.
Work collaboratively with regulators, commissioners, and other partners including NHS England, ICB, and the CQC.
About You
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
REF1997Q
Job locations
Queen Alexandra Hosp, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
PO6 3LY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
To support on behalf of the Trusts, in the management and approach to HIOW ICB, including negotiation of the quality contract reporting requirements, relationship management, enquiries and using knowledge and expertise to ensure a proactive approach to the relationship with the ICB and oversight within the Trusts.
To lead the oversight of the patient safety alert system (CAS alert) and ensure compliance is maintained and reported on.
Act as the Corporate lead and expert resource for the development and publication of the Trust annual Quality Account on behalf of the Associate Director of Quality Governance.
Lead and oversee Group wide policy management, ensuring all Trust wide policies are reviewed, approved, and monitored in line with regulatory, statutory, and organisational requirements.
Provide expert advice to the Executive Team and Board on quality, safety, and risk.
Work collaboratively with regulators, commissioners, and other partners including NHS England, ICB, and the CQC.
About You
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader with a proven track record in quality governance and compliance within a complex healthcare organisation. You will have:
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact:
Lakshman Thuraisingham Associate Director of Quality Governance at
Please note, this position has also been advertised on the Isle of Wight NHS Trusts jobs page. If you are interested in this position and wish to apply, there is no requirement for you to submit two separate applications.
Job Description
- Significant senior management experience within the NHS or similar healthcare setting.
- In-depth understanding of quality governance and regulatory compliance.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships across multi-agency systems.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic plans, policies, and reports.
- Strong ability to design, plan, and deliver both short and longterm organisational plans.
- A commitment to continuous improvement, patient safety, and the Trust values.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact:
Lakshman Thuraisingham Associate Director of Quality Governance at
Please note, this position has also been advertised on the Isle of Wight NHS Trusts jobs page. If you are interested in this position and wish to apply, there is no requirement for you to submit two separate applications.
Job Description
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact:
Lakshman Thuraisingham Associate Director of Quality Governance at
Please note, this position has also been advertised on the Isle of Wight NHS Trusts jobs page. If you are interested in this position and wish to apply, there is no requirement for you to submit two separate applications.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Lakshman Thuraisingham Associate Director of Quality Governance at
Please note, this position has also been advertised on the Isle of Wight NHS Trusts jobs page. If you are interested in this position and wish to apply, there is no requirement for you to submit two separate applications.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
- Managerial (admin clerical/non clinical) or Registered Nurse or Midwife, or Allied Health Professional (AHP).
- Educated to Masters degree level (or equivalent experience)
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Project Management qualification
- Experience of working in NHS regulatory compliance.
Essential
- Managerial (admin clerical/non clinical) or Registered Nurse or Midwife, or Allied Health Professional (AHP).
- Educated to Masters degree level (or equivalent experience)
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Desirable
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Address
Queen Alexandra Hosp, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
PO6 3LY
Employer's website
https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Address
Queen Alexandra Hosp, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
PO6 3LY
Employer's website
https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
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- Project Management qualification
- Experience of working in NHS regulatory compliance.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Address
Queen Alexandra Hosp, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
PO6 3LY
Employer's website
https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Address
Queen Alexandra Hosp, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Portsmouth
PO6 3LY
Employer's website
https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
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