Chief Operating Officer

Legales Executive Headhunting; London; Hybrid; GBP 195,075 - 238,425; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Attractive equity options

Board-level influence in a high-growth business

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee operations across multi-site healthcare settings in the UK and Benelux. This pivotal role requires strong leadership and a track record in digital transformation. Ideal candidates will have senior leadership experience and the ability to drive operational excellence while collaborating with private equity stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary of €250,000 plus bonuses and equity options, with hybrid work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in multi-site healthcare environments required.
• Experience in digital transformation and tech-led operations essential.
• Fluent English is mandatory; French or Flemish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale operations across the UK and Benelux.
• Drive post-acquisition integration and operational excellence.
• Build digital-first systems that deliver outstanding patient care.
• Embed AI and data-driven tools into workflow and clinical governance.
• Report to the CEO and work with private equity stakeholders.

Skills

Senior leadership in multi-site healthcare

Experience in PE-backed or fast-growth organisations

Track record in digital transformation

Strong leadership

Fluent English

French or Flemish (desirable)

Ability to operate across UK and European markets

Job description

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Hybrid | London or The Netherlands

Multi-site operations across UK & Benelux

Backed by a leading European private equity firm

€250,000 base + bonus + equity options

We’re partnering with a high-growth, tech-enabled healthcare group backed by one of Europe’s leading PE firms to appoint a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO).

This is a pivotal, board-level role leading operations across medical, dental, and diagnostic sites — while embedding digital innovation and AI across the platform.

As COO, you will:

• Lead and scale operations across the UK and Benelux
• Drive post-acquisition integration and operational excellence
• Build digital-first systems and teams that deliver outstanding patient care
• Embed AI and data-driven tools into workflow and clinical governance
• Report to the CEO and collaborate closely with private equity stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Senior leadership in multi-site healthcare (e.g. hospitals, dental groups, diagnostics, pharmacy)
• Experience in PE-backed or fast-growth organisations
• Track record in digital transformation and tech-led operations
• Strong leadership, clinical awareness, and strategic execution
• Fluent English is essential; French or Flemish is highly desirable
• Ability to operate across UK and European markets

The Package

• Performance-based bonus
• Attractive equity options
• Board-level influence in a mission-led, high-growth business

To apply or have a confidential discussion, contact:

#COO #HealthcareLeadership #PrivateEquity #MultisiteHealthcare #DigitalHealth #AI #LondonJobs #NetherlandsJobs #ExecutiveSearch #HywelLoveluck #Legales

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider, Management, and Project Management

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Health and Human Services, and Strategic Management Services

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