Non-Executive Directors of the NHS Business Services Authority

Job Description

Ministers are seeking to appoint up to 3 Non-Executive Directors to the NHS Business Service Authority (NHSBSA), one who will also Chair the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC).

NHSBSA is responsible for delivering a wide range of high-volume, national business services for the health and social care system, with a focus on delivering and transforming those services and maximising efficiencies.

As a Non-Executive Director on the NHSBSA Board, you will play a key role in shaping the organisation's strategic direction, driving continuous improvement, supporting high-quality service delivery, and providing strong governance and accountability through scrutiny, challenge, fairness and effective corporate governance.

You will be responsible for monitoring and challenging the performance of the NHSBSA's executive management, holding it to account for the delivery of the strategic vision, organisational priorities, business plan objectives and wider government requirements. You will also build and maintain influential relationships with key partners across the health and social care system, developing strategic alliances that improve efficiency and support the delivery of value-added services that meet the needs of service users.

Applicants will have a strong track record of significant delivery at a senior level within the private, public or voluntary sectors, with the ability to operate effectively as part of a Board, providing support, challenge and assurance. They will demonstrate sound judgement, with the ability to critically analyse complex information and make evidence-based strategic decisions. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and gain the confidence of colleagues and stakeholders.

We would welcome applicants with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Risk management
• Pension scheme administration
• Large-scale transformation programmes in the public sector
• Technology operations in large organisations

For the Audit and Risk Committee Chair role, candidates should also have senior finance experience, preferably with an accountancy qualification, and experience of serving on an audit and risk committee.

Remuneration will be £7,883 per annum, with the ARC Chair receiving £13,137 per annum, for a time commitment of 2 to 3 days per month.  The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care determines the length of appointment, which may be for up to a maximum of 3 years.

For more information, please visit the Public Appointments website: 
http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/8952

If you require an alternative format please call Jessie Rourke on 0113 254 5321 or Rachael Gingell on 0207 484 9424 quoting the reference VAC- 8952.

The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday, 01 September 2026.

The Department of Health and Social Care values and promotes diversity. We encourage applications from talented individuals from all backgrounds and across the whole of the United Kingdom. Boards of public bodies are most effective when they reflect the diversity of views of the society they serve.