National Head of Audit & Regulation – Healthcare Quality

Exemplar Health Care; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing care provider is looking for a Head of Audit and Regulation to shape quality and compliance initiatives across the United Kingdom. In this national role, with regular travel, you will lead a team conducting inspections and audits, providing expert advice on regulatory risks. Candidates should have significant experience in health and social care regulation, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and exhibit a proven commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards. Competitive salary and excellent perks offered.

Benefits

Excellent supervision and peer support

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Free DBS check

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

BUPA Health Care

Life Assurance

Paid access to RCNi Learning platform

24/7 counselling and support

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Ambitious and forward-thinking with the drive to influence strategy nationally.
• Tenacious and resilient, maintaining quality under pressure.
• Credible and engaging, able to challenge and support senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver regulatory style inspections and audits.
• Provide authoritative advice on regulatory risk and inspection preparation.
• Represent the company in external regulatory and quality forums.

Skills

Expertise in health and social care regulation

Analytical skills

Leadership and influence

Ability to work under pressure

Strong communication skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading nursing care provider is looking for a Head of Audit and Regulation to shape quality and compliance initiatives across the United Kingdom. In this national role, with regular travel, you will lead a team conducting inspections and audits, providing expert advice on regulatory risks. Candidates should have significant experience in health and social care regulation, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and exhibit a proven commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards. Competitive salary and excellent perks offered.