NHS Interim Service Manager

nhs trust; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS trust in London seeks an experienced Interim Service Manager (Band 8a) to lead operational services in the Urology division, partnering with clinical and non-clinical leads.

You will drive performance improvements, manage finances and workforce, and ensure compliance while championing patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Senior NHS operational leadership experience.
• Track record of delivering improvements in complex clinical settings.
• Strong financial, performance and workforce management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational services across the Urology division.
• Drive performance improvements and meet service targets.
• Oversee financial, workforce, and compliance responsibilities.

Skills

NHS leadership

Service improvement

Performance management

Financial management

Workforce management

Influence & collaboration

Urology knowledge

Job description

NHS Interim Service Manager

Date: 2026-09-30

Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan, GB, CF10 1

Application Deadline: 2026-12-30T03:01:49.267

Position Details

Interim Service Manager (8a) - Urology London, Band 8a , 2 Months, Inside IR35

Job Overview

Are you an experienced Service Manager ready to take on a fresh challenge in acute care? A respected NHS trust in London is seeking an accomplished interim to lead operational services, drive performance improvements, and champion patient-centred care. You'll be working across a high-profile Urology division, partnering with clinical and non-clinical leads to meet key service targets. From service transformation and workforce development to ensuring financial, operational performance and compliance - this is your opportunity to make a real impact on healthcare delivery.

What We're Looking For

• Senior-level NHS operational leadership experience
• Proven track record delivering service improvements in complex clinical settings
• Strong grip on performance, financial, and workforce management
• Natural communicator, able to lead through influence and collaboration
• Knowledge of Urology would be highly desirable