NHS Practice Leader: Strategy, Operations & People

NHS Jobs; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS is seeking a Practice Manager to provide strategic leadership and drive performance across a large general practice. You will oversee clinical and administrative services, lead HR and governance, and work closely with GP partners to deliver NHS targets.

The role focuses on operational delivery, financial stewardship, and staff development within a patient-centred, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of senior management experience in healthcare or primary care.
• Strong governance, risk, and NHS regulatory knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Operational leadership and strategic planning for the practice.
• HR, performance management and staff development across teams.
• Ensure NHS governance, compliance and data protection standards.
• Budget management, financial reporting and cost control.
• Lead recruitment, induction and workforce planning.
• Multidisciplinary team leadership across clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Procurement, supplier management and service improvements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

HR management

Financial management

IT literacy

Communication skills

Education

Degree in healthcare/business management

Tools

Practice management software

IT systems

Job description

NHS is seeking a Practice Manager to provide strategic leadership and drive performance across a large general practice. You will oversee clinical and administrative services, lead HR and governance, and work closely with GP partners to deliver NHS targets.

The role focuses on operational delivery, financial stewardship, and staff development within a patient-centred, supportive environment.