Band 8C Associate Director of Operations

This role is for an experienced operational leader seeking a position beyond that of a usual NHS management role. The individual will be an astute leader who possesses significant understanding of, and ability to, apply operational management alongside impeccable customer service provision in a commercial environment. The Associate Director of Operations will be an integral part of the PPU board as the subject matter expert for operational management and will report to the Managing Director. We work hard to achieve great things, because we believe you get out what you put in.

Full details of the job and responsibilities of this role are in the job description attached to this advertisement. The postholder will proactively set, transform and implement the operational strategy for the PPU always employing lateral thinking to ensure flawless business continuity. An inherent understanding that customers should experience a seamless journey must underpin all activity, which will subsequently translate into a healthy financial position with maximised contributions and profitability. The role will require an individual who is able to make strategic leadership decisions regarding operational aspects within the unit.

They must constantly and constructively challenge ‘the way things are done’, taking an innovative approach which sets the RFL NHS PPU apart from competitors, giving the business unit an operational edge. The post holder will be a natural networker, able to work with others across departments, specialties and geographical locations to negotiate access to finite capacity resources, maximising their value to the greatest extent for all involved. A continuous improvement mindset must be employed so that the status quo is always reviewed with critical thinking.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. The Royal Free London NHS FT believes in developing talent so the successful individual will be supported with any relevant training and mentorship necessary for success in the role. We are seeking an astute, talented leader so if this sounds like you and you are looking for a position where you are valued, developed and constructively challenged every day, then don’t miss out on this opportunity.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https: //www. royalfreelondonjobs. co. uk/For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dean Stephen Booth Job title: Managing Director Email address: deanstephen. booth@nhs. net