The Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland (LNR) Cluster brings together two Integrated Care Boards serving more than two million people across some of the most diverse and dynamic communities in the country. At a time of significant change across the NHS, we are leading the way to help shape a new model of strategic commissioning, focused on improving population health, reducing inequalities, and ensuring that public resources deliver maximum value for local people. We are one of only two ICBs nationally who are part of the pipeline for Integrated Health Organisation (IHO) contacts and will be co-developing and testing this new model.

We are seeking an exceptional Independent Non-Executive Member to Chair our Joint Finance and Contracting Committee and join the Boards at a pivotal point in our development. This is a rare opportunity to provide oversight, challenge and assurance on financial stewardship, resource allocation and contracting; ensuring that strategic investment supports better population health and sustainable services. You will join an established, collaborative, and dynamic Board; a strong platform for a new Board member to make a meaningful impact from day one.

We are looking for a financially qualified and inclusive leader with substantial board-level experience gained within large and complex organisations or systems in the public, private or not for profit sector. Demonstrating the ability to understand the opportunities and challenges facing health and care systems and our communities; you will be passionate about improving population health. You will bring a fresh perspective, constructive challenge and a transformational mindset to Board discussions and offer the strategic insight, credibility and judgement required to operate across the breadth and complexity of our agenda.

Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to improve outcomes, tackle inequalities and support prevention and partnership working. While connections to the East Midlands and previous NHS experience would be welcomed, they are not essential. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly value candidates who can help the Board better reflect the communities it serves.

For a confidential discussion about the role and your interest, please contact our recruitment partners GatenbySanderson: Joanna Riley, Niamh Blair, or Emma Pickup via Joanna.riley@gatenbysanderson.com .

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Documents

Fit and Proper Person Declaration - New.docx

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date
9am Monday 23rd November 2026

Final panel
w/c 14 December 2026

How to Apply

• Please submit an up to date copy of your CV, along with a Supporting Statement that addresses the criteria set out in the person specification, using examples to demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements.
• A completed fit and proper person form - the template can be downloaded from the same place as the job description.
• Detail any employment or education gaps.
• You should provide the names, positions, organisations, and contact details for your referees, which must be your line managers and include your current and most recent employer. The referees should cover at least two roles as the minimum. Please note, should you be appointed, you will be required to provide references covering your last 6 years of employment as per the new NHS Fit and Proper Person regulations. Where there have been gaps in employment, this six year period will be extended accordingly. Referees will only be contacted for those proceeding to the final stage - we will always gain your permission before we contact referees.
• Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.
• Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email to confirm that you have applied. If you do not receive this email, please make contact with GatenbySanderson.

Acceptable use of AI

Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and leadership thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role.