Nathan's story

Early career

At school, I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do. I was probably best known as the class clown and, although I could have achieved more academically, I now know that I was living with undiagnosed Autism and ADHD. My dream was to become a pilot, but average grades and a struggle with Maths meant that path wasn’t for me.

After studying Business Administration at college, I started my career working in Asda before moving to Bank of Scotland and then Scottish Power.

Career journey

My time at Scottish Power saw me progress into a Complaints Manager role, but I was always looking for new challenges and opportunities to develop. This led me to NHS Grampian, where I worked in the Employability Team, supporting young people into apprenticeships while studying for my CIPD HR Management qualification.

In 2021, I applied for a Governance role with NHS Highland and joined the organisation in November of that year. In late 2022, I was promoted to Governance and Corporate Records Manager, a role that gave me a valuable insight into how the NHS operates and the important work that goes on behind the scenes to support safe, high-quality patient care.

Current role

In January 2026, I moved into the role of Deputy Head of Corporate Governance. I provide advice and support to Board Members and colleagues across the organisation and carry out many of the responsibilities of the Board Secretary. I am also currently studying for a Master's in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice, something I never imagined I would do when I first left school.

(as at September 2026)

Key reflections

Looking back, my career path has not been straightforward, but every role has helped me develop new skills and experiences. The NHS has provided fantastic opportunities for growth, and I continue to have ambitions to broaden my experience and progress into a Chief Officer or Director role later in my career.