Work with the Directorate Management Team to maintain an effective directorate risk register in designated service group(s). Plan and monitor implementation of the Directorate and service line clinical audit programme to support quality and patient safety improvement and robust governance, ensuring the results are discussed at the relevant service line/directorate quality groups and committees, with appropriate action taken as necessary. Actively seek out best practice and innovation from within the NHS and elsewhere, participating in benchmarking and or research around the topic of governance and risk reduction as appropriate. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships and effective team working with Clinical Leads and managers to ensure increased understanding/compliance with all governance standards and the management of risk. For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.