Independent Governor

Job Description

Inclusive Boards is delighted to support Health Sciences University in their search for two Independent Governors.

Health Sciences University (HSU) stands at the forefront of health and care education, research, leadership and practice. Formed in July 2024 through the merger of AECC University College and the University College of Osteopathy, HSU brings together a proud legacy of innovation and global leadership in health education, spanning over a century.

With a diverse community of around 2,500 students and over 400 staff, HSU offers more than 30 courses across allied health, sport and exercise sciences, psychology and mental health, chiropractic, osteopathy, and healthcare leadership and management. HSU’s commitment to lifelong learning is reflected in their growing portfolio of apprenticeships, accredited CPD, and masterclasses, supporting the health and care workforce across the UK and internationally.

We are seeking to appoint two new Independent Governors who have significant senior level expertise in finance, accountancy and risk. In addition to their Board roles, candidates will join either our Finance and Performance Committee or our Audit and Risk Committee as a result of existing members retiring at the end of their terms of office.

We anticipate that to demonstrate the required competencies for the role, suitable candidates will have experience of:

• Working at a senior level in a complex, regulated environment with multiple stakeholders
• Holding a professional financial qualification such as CIMA, ACCA and ACA (ICAEW)

• Provide strategic oversight into how the University can strengthen its long-term financial resilience and prepare effectively for future opportunities and risks.
• Help the Board to critique and articulate the commercial value and strategic implications of potential growth, capital investment appraisals, diversification opportunities, mergers and acquisitions.
• Maintain a strategic perspective while interrogating risk management processes, decision making and financial assumptions.
• Contribute to the development of institutional strategy and provide informed oversight of progress against agreed objectives and measures of performance.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to the University’s vision, mission and values and the wider social purpose of health sciences education and clinical services.

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