We are looking for an individual who will lead in the development and delivery of Strategic R\&D within MIAA, bringing together a multi‑disciplinary group to assess current and emerging national guidance and priorities and delivering impactful interpretation internally and to our clients. Oversight and management of the Quality Assurance framework includes ISO9001/2015 accreditation, public sector internal audit standards, internal and external quality assessments, and operational quality assurance processes (e.g. management review, peer review, client feedback). The role will work with senior colleagues within MIAA and externally, providing expert advice on professional standards and positioning MIAA with professional bodies and groups across the Northwest and nationally. This will require excellent communication and coordination across a wide range of staff at clients, within MIAA, and across other organisations including professional bodies, regulators, Integrated Care Systems (ICS) and other stakeholders. Alongside this, the role will include Senior Internal Audit Manager responsibilities for a portfolio of clients: planning, managing and delivering internal audit plans; supporting the Regional Assistant Director with the leadership and management of the team; and maintaining an effective external profile and relationships. The purpose of the role is to provide a lead role in the development and delivery of R\&D and insights across MIAA and to its clients; ensure oversight and management of the Quality Assurance framework for all MIAA services; and provide professional leadership to ensure continued compliance with professional internal audit standards and positioning and influence with professional bodies. MIAA is an NHS Shared service, hosted by Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. MIAA is the predominant provider of assurance and solutions services to over 60+ NHS and wider public and third‑sector organisations, including local government, police & fire, charities and housing organisations. With a client base of over 60 and expansion of our solutions offer we are continuing to grow at pace. MIAA offers clients a number of services in addition to internal audit, including solutions, anti‑fraud, technical risk assurance, clinical coding and healthcare quality. MIAA’s budgeted turnover is 12 million, which demonstrates the organisation’s ambitious and strategic goals. We pride ourselves in promoting equality and valuing diversity. All our teams benefit from:

Flexible/hybrid working Generous pension scheme Development and protected learning time Career progression

Our values

Trust Respect and compassion Innovation and excellence

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Dowbekin Job title: Associate Director - Continuous Improvement Email address: sarah.dowbekin@miaa.nhs.uk Telephone number: 07788308155 #J-18808-Ljbffr