Strategic NHS Deputy COO

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Foundation Trust in Burton upon Trent is recruiting a Deputy Chief Operating Officer to lead operational management and enhance service quality across hospital sites. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in healthcare leadership and strategic planning, alongside an MBA or equivalent qualification. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence healthcare delivery and foster an inclusive work environment while ensuring alignment with patient care goals. Flexibility and personal development initiatives are also part of the offer.

Benefits

Relocation package

Leadership and Management programmes

Coaching and mentoring opportunities

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Local and national staff discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes including cars and cycles

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading and directing clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Successful track record in operational performance and key performance indicators.
• Highly developed financial and business management skills.
• Experience in leading operational/change management projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership across hospitals ensuring high quality service.
• Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities for improved productivity.
• Influence tone and culture across teams to drive inclusion and make a difference.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Financial management

Change management

Strategic planning

Education

MBA in healthcare/Business management or equivalent

Masters degree

Job description

A prominent NHS Foundation Trust in Burton upon Trent is recruiting a Deputy Chief Operating Officer to lead operational management and enhance service quality across hospital sites. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in healthcare leadership and strategic planning, alongside an MBA or equivalent qualification. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence healthcare delivery and foster an inclusive work environment while ensuring alignment with patient care goals. Flexibility and personal development initiatives are also part of the offer.