Head of Transformation

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in pathology services seeks a Head of Transformation to enhance operational efficiency through continuous improvement. The role involves strategic leadership, team management, and collaboration across clinical and corporate teams to drive impactful results. Candidates should possess a Master's degree and CI expertise, as well as strong analytical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex report writing and policy development.
• Proven ability to achieve delivery targets.
• Root cause analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CI team, ensuring delivery and development.
• Develop and implement CI strategies and training programmes.
• Drive quality improvement through measurement and data analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Quality improvement methods

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent CI training

Job description

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Client:

SYNLAB UK & Ireland

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

As the Head of SYNLAB Transformation Systems, you will be pivotal in shaping and driving our continuous improvement (CI) capabilities. You will lead a team dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and quality across the organisation. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience in CI methodologies and a proven track record of delivering impactful results in a complex environment. You will collaborate with clinical and corporate teams, ensuring alignment and driving sustainable improvements. Your leadership will foster a culture of growth, development, and high performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the CI team, ensuring delivery and development.
• Develop and implement CI strategies and training programmes.
• Drive quality improvement through measurement and data analysis.
• Apply CI methodologies to transformation projects.
• Ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulations.
• Act as an ambassador for SYNLAB, promoting its values.
• Manage stakeholder relations and progress report.
• Lead on the development of Continuous Improvement capability plan and training targets.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent CI training.
• Experience in complex report writing and policy development.
• Proven ability to achieve delivery targets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in team leadership and development.
• Advanced data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of quality improvement methods.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Root cause analysis experience.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Research and audit skills.
• Coaching skills.
• Pathology knowledge.
• Experience working organisation-wide.
• Strategic planning experience.

About Us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to deliver comprehensive pathology services.

We thrive in diverse environments, which is mirrored in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities, and partners. We believe that an inclusive workplace culture is essential for attracting and retaining talented individuals, and for building a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

Our staff are crucial to our mission of making a positive impact on healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous personal development, providing scientists and staff with the support and resources needed to acquire new skills and advance their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching, and clear career pathways.

We encourage an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models, facilitate two-way communication, engage transparently with staff and stakeholders, and actively seek feedback and suggestions.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is committed to equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate based on any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.