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Chief Operating Officer – Private Equity-Backed Healthcare Group

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.

Your Mission

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

• €250,000 base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Attractive equity options
• Board-level influence in a mission-led, high-growth business

Interested?

To apply or have a confidential discussion, contact:

Hywel Loveluck, Senior Partner – Legales Executive Search

www.legales.co.uk – “Leadership. Redefined.”

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