Head Of Corporate Liaison

Head of Corporate Liaison, Grade VIII

Purpose of the Role:

The purpose of this post is to lead and manage the Corporate Liaison team across CHI, ensuring it is fit for purpose, with an aligned and a standardised approach to managing access requests for patient and public records including requests under the Freedom of Information and Data Protection Acts within the required statutory and legislative requirements and timelines. A key aspect of the role initially is the establishment and implementation of the Request for Information Office including having sufficient team resources, system and governance is in place to manage a dynamic and expanding area. The role will also, in close collaboration, with the Head of Corporate Affairs manage legal queries, claims and other related matters.

Essential Criteria:

• Team management experience of 5 years’ operating in a complex and dynamic healthcare or relevant setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in a legal or related discipline.

• Critical thinker with strong organisational and analytical skills and be able to demonstrate sound judgement and objectivity when approaching problem solving.

How to Apply and Informal Enquiries:

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Tuesday 23rdJune 2026 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Robert Kelly, Head of Corporate Affairs – Robert.kelly@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Rachel.Sheridan@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.

· 10thAugust

· 7thSeptember

· 5thOctober

· 2ndNovember

· 7th December