Total 482 Director/C-Level job vacancies in LONDON, E1 8DE

Executive Assistant / Chief of Staff
Are you a highly organised and motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity in the heart of London? We are seeking an Executive Assistant / Chief of Staff to join a dynamic private hedge fund.

Company Overview
This opportunity is with a London-based investment boutique advising a global long/short equity strategy for professional investors. The goal is to generate attractive returns over the long run by excelling during market downturns and maintaining strong performance during rallies. The firm invests in opportunities with 'asymmetric risk-reward' and has received industry recognition for its performance.

Job Overview
As the Executive Assistant / Chief of Staff, you will play a crucial role in supporting the leadership team and ensuring the smooth operation of the firm. This position offers a salary bracket of £25,000 - £40,000, depending on experience.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Recruiting and onboarding new employees
- Managing executive diaries and scheduling meetings
- Monitoring performance and providing administrative support
- Handling confidential information with discretion
- Coordinating and organising events and travel arrangements
- Supporting HR functions and fostering a positive work environment

- Assisting with special projects and strategic initiatives

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Passion for HR and long-term ambitions to develop in financial services
- Prior experience in HR is preferred
- Excellent English writing skills
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Work Permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:

- Opportunity to work in a prestigious financial firm
- Career development and growth in the financial services sector
- Dynamic and supportive work environment
- Access to industry events and networking opportunities

- Comprehensive benefits package including health and pension plans

Pursuing a career as an EA:
A career as an Executive Assistant in a private hedge fund like this offers unique advantages. You'll be at the heart of financial operations, gaining valuable insights and experience in the investment sector. This role provides a platform for career progression, opening doors to various opportunities within the financial services industry.

This opportunity is ideal for an agency side Account Manager looking to step up to Account Director.

The Opportunity Hub UK is proud to present an exclusive opening for a PR Account Director, a pivotal role designed for a professional ready to make a substantial impact in the corporate consultancy sector.Company Overview:This distinguished consultancy is in the midst of an exciting phase of growth and evolution. With a strong foundation in corporate consultancy PR, the company has built a reputation for excellence, managing a portfolio that spans private debt, trade finance, crypto, and blockchain industries. Recent shifts in team composition have only heightened the firm's commitment to enhancing its service quality and client satisfaction. Now more than ever, they seek a PR Account Director with a profound corporate consultancy background, ready to bring stability, expertise, and a fresh perspective to their dynamic team.

Job Overview:
As a PR Account Director, you will play a crucial role in steering the company through its next growth phase. Your responsibilities will extend across managing a diverse client portfolio, guiding junior team members, and producing and refining thought leadership content with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate will possess not only the expertise and experience in corporate consultancy PR but also the dedication to contribute to long-term team and client stability.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Direct management of a varied client portfolio in sectors including private debt, trade finance, and emerging technologies like crypto and blockchain.
- Mentorship and oversight of junior team members to foster their professional growth and ensure high-quality client service.
- Creation of opinion pieces and editing tasks, demonstrating exceptional command of industry topics with minimal guidance.

- Proactive engagement in team dynamics and client relationships to uphold the firm's reputation for best-in-class service.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Proven expertise in corporate consultancy PR, with a capacity to quickly adapt to the consultancy's client portfolio and internal dynamics.
- Demonstrable experience in managing complex client accounts across various sectors, including finance and technology.

- Strong leadership skills, capable of nurturing junior staff and instilling a sense of stability and confidence.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for creating compelling content and refining others' work.

Work Permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Key benefits of this job:

- The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking consultancy at a critical point of growth.
- A dynamic and varied client portfolio that keeps work engaging and challenging.
- A supportive environment that values professional development and long-term career growth.
- Pursuing a career as a PR Account Director within this sector offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the narratives of emerging and established markets alike. This role not only demands a high level of professional expertise but also offers the satisfaction of contributing to the strategic direction of both the consultancy and its diverse clientele. As the industry continues to evolve, the PR Account Director stands at the forefront of innovation, guiding brands through the complexities of the modern media landscape.

In summary, this PR Account Director position represents a unique chance to bring your corporate consultancy PR background to a firm that values long-term commitment and expertise. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact, fostering stability and growth for both the team and the client portfolio.

Our newest client is making waves in the Financial PR sector! They're a team of talented writers, designers, strategists, analysts, and social media enthusiasts, who are dedicated to delivering best-in-class digital marketing and communication strategies for their financial and professional services clients. They believe in fostering an entrepreneurial spirit and encouraging their team members to think outside the box and bring their quick-witted ideas to the table.

Here's What You'll Be Doing:

- Work hand-in-hand with clients to develop digital and social initiatives like content development, analytics, social listening, and paid media amplification
- Take the lead on creative deliverables and support senior team members to ensure all work is delivered on time and on budget
- Write, edit, and review first drafts of social content, blog posts, analytics reports, internal and external memos, and client recommendations
- Monitor the pulse of social media and provide insightful reports to clients
- Stay on top of deadlines and ensure accurate reporting
- Keep a pulse on the latest trends in digital marketing, both locally and globally
- Launch paid social campaigns, and make sure your client's objectives are met
- Show off your expertise in your client's business and industry, and keep tabs on their competition
- Develop strong client relationships and communicate effectively through phone, email, and in-person

Here Are The Skills You'll Need:

- Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple workstreams
- A team-first mentality and a love of outcomes over process
- Great time management skills and the ability to prioritize
- Resourcefulness in seeking answers when needed
- Excellent proofreading, editing, and attention to detail
- Outstanding client and interpersonal skills
- A minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience in digital, social media, or creative
- A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Advertising, or a related field
- Agency experience and a background in a regulated field such as financial and professional services is preferred
- Familiarity with digital tools like Khoros, Spredfast, TalkWalker, Google Analytics, Hootsuite, SEMRush, and others
- Strong research and synthesis skills to create clear and polished reports and memos

Here Are The Benefits of This Job:

- Premium healthcare plans, including medical and vision coverage: Your health is a top priority!
- Pension match: 4.5% - start planning for your future today!
- Hybrid work model: Work from the office three days a week and from home the other two. Choose your own schedule!
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package including birthday PTO and 6 "It's Ok" days - because life's moments are precious!
- Custom career opportunities: Choose your own adventure!
- 2 weeks of remote work per year: Do your thing, wherever you want!

Your New CompanyIs a well established SME business who have delivered holistic design solutions across a range of project types within building services. They are a business of 50+ engineers with a great track record of delivery over a good number of years. Sustainability is now at the core of their projects, and they are looking to keep growing their expertise in the market. They are also backed by a larger engineering business who have ambitious growth plans and are looking to expand into the London market. They are ideally looking for someone commercially driven with an existing network of clients to build the business up in London and drive productivity over the coming years.

Your New RoleAs the MEP Director, you will be responsible for developing and managing the London office. You will need to grow the reputation in London and bring in work for the business regionally. You will also make decisions to grow the delivery capability in London by hiring a team underneath you and helping influence the overall direction of the company going forwards.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the operational team and ensuring the successful delivery of major projects with the help of pooled company resource.
• Securing new business and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients.
• Preparing fee proposals, bids, and fee calculations.
• Reporting on business projections, pipeline, and profitability of individual projects.
• Ensuring technically sound and commercially viable engineering solutions.
• Representing the company at corporate events and functions.
• Driving business growth in line with company targets and reinforcing the company's reputation within the industry.

What You'll Need to SucceedTo be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree in an Engineering Discipline and Chartered Engineer status from an industry-recognized body (or equivalent relevant skills, experience, and qualifications).
• Strong technical skills with a comprehensive understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Proven experience in the construction industry with a track record of career progression and project success.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and operating within an ISO9001 Quality Management System.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies, low carbon design, and relevant British Standards.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, time management, marketing, and business development skills.
• Strong financial management skills and an appreciation of planning legislative requirements.

What You'll Get In ReturnIt is a big chance to progress your career into a full Directorship and to really drive business and build an office from scratch. You will also receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• A salary of £90,000 - £125,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Contractual performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Lots of say over office flexibility/ hybrid working policy.

What you need to do now
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We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual for the pivotal role of Director of Corporate Governance at our values-driven Mental Health Trust

As our Director of Corporate Governance, you will be at the forefront ensuring our governance structures and processes are in place to ensure excellence. We are committed to providing exceptional mental health services to our patients, their families, and the community in South West London. We are a high functioning well led board and an ambitious organisation, demonstrated by the delivery of Springfield Village and our two-award winning mental health facilities at Springfield which are amongst the best in the world

We pride ourselves on our improving inclusive culture, where every team member is valued, in order that we can provide the very best care for our patients. Our ambition is to be an actively anti-racist organisation, deeply committed to addressing and dismantling systemic racism within our services and the broader community. We recognise that health inequalities significantly impact mental health outcomes, and we are dedicated to ensuring equitable access to care for all individuals, regardless of their racial or ethnic background

Please read through the recruitment pack which includes key details. We ask that candidates apply by submitting a CV and covering letter describing why you are interested in this role to Veda Kakad (People Business Partner) at veda.kakad@swlstg.nhs.uk

The Director of Corporate Governance will provide strategic leadership for the Trust across all aspects of Corporate Governance. The post holder will be working closely with the Chair, Chief Executive, Chairs of Board Committees as well as other senior leaders in the organisation

We are looking for someone who:
• Is an expert in corporate governance with relevant experience of acting as a Company Secretary and can ensure safe and effective governance is applied throughout the organisation to enable the Trust to achieve our long-term ambitions
• Is confident advising the Board on complex matters – balancing risks and taking the operating context into consideration
• Is politically astute with a sophisticated understanding of board dynamics and can use this to develop strong and effective relationships to support the successful external positioning of the organisation and ongoing delivery of positive partnerships
• Is comfortable horizon scanning and networking bringing best practice into the role and the wider Trust
• Has a high level of attention to detail and will actively support the development of the Trust Secretariat and its functions
• Is passionate about using the role to support successful delivery of our organisational commitments to reduce health inequalities and to become an actively anti-racist organisation

The role will also have the opportunity to be involved in a forward-thinking organisation with a commitment to Quality Improvement and our Better Communities programme

We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust.

We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’ - we aspire to be ‘outstanding’.

This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.

We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together.We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.

We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.

About our locations:

Springfield University Hospital, Tooting

Our largest, 19-ward site is in Springfield Village, created following our £150m investment into two new world class mental health facilities.

Tolworth Hospital, Surbiton

To create the very best environment to care for our patients, this site’s layout will be transformed in 2026 to add a number of wards to the existing three.

As part of the interview and assessment process, applicants can expect a values and competency-based interview and Stakeholder panels. Please find included our recruitment pack which includes more information.

In addition to the main duties outline for the role, some of the key responsibilities include:
• Ensure the Board and key stakeholders are notified of any new policy, legislative, regulatory and governance developments that might impact on the Trust’s activities.
• Providing ‘wise counsel’ and a confidential sound board to the Chief Executive, Chair, and individual Board members and senior leaders on all aspects of Board business and corporate governance including issues of concern.
• Guiding the Board in the responsible and effective conduct of its role, providing, where appropriate, a discreet, independent, and challenging voice in relation to Board deliberations and decision-making.
• Overall responsibility for the Trust’s corporate governance framework, ensuring there are sound procedures in place both within the Trust, in our working with the South London Mental Health and Community Partnership and Integrated Care System,.
• Ensure that the Trust’s corporate affairs are undertaken to the highest standards of probity and according to statutory and legislative requirements by advising the Chief Executive, Chair and Board members on all corporate governance issues.
• Provide specialist advice to the Board around all aspects of the Trust’s governance agenda to ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory frameworks and audit frameworks.
• Lead on the design, development and implementation of the Board Assurance Framework ensuring it is regularly reviewed and updated by Executive Directors so that it adds value and provides assurance to the Board.
• Lead on the appointment of the Chair, Vice Chair, SID, non-executive directors, CEO, and executive directors are in accordance with best practice.
• Ensure full secretarial support, advice and follow up action is provided for the Board (including its designated formal committees), ensuring that they run efficiently, effectively and adopt best practice with a constructive relationship between them and the under-pinning governance structure.

A full set of responsibilities can be viewed in the Director of Corporate Governance recruitment pack with the job description and person specification attached.


This advert closes on Friday 8 Nov 2024

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Organisation: New City College

Location: East London and Essex (multi-sites), full-time, on-site

Salary: £150,000 per annum, 35 days holiday plus an additional 5 closure days (and Bank Holidays), competitive pension and fringe benefits.

Are you a strategic, finance-qualified leader with broader corporate services experience from the education sector who is committed to driving operational excellence across multiple campuses in one of the UK's leading further education institutions?

New City College, one of the largest and most diverse further education providers in the UK, is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead financial strategy, operational management and estates development.

New City College is at an exciting point in its development. Through a series of mergers, a relentless focus on quality and sound financial management, New City College has become a sector leading post-16 provider. The successful candidate for this senior postholder role will influence and implement the college's strategic direction, whilst ensuring our core systems and processes are best in class.

New City College is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking learning environment, ensuring the educational success of students from all backgrounds and contributing to community development.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership: As a finance-qualified leader (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA), you'll oversee financial planning, budgeting and ensure the College's long-term financial sustainability.
• Operational Management: Manage and optimise corporate services, including finance, IT, and management information services, ensuring high-quality delivery across the group.
• Estates & Capital Projects: Lead the College's capital projects and estates management, driving strategic developments across campuses, with a focus on sustainability, procurement and cost-efficiency.
• Technology & Systems: Develop and implement the College's IT strategy, including e-learning initiatives, to enhance operational capabilities and learning outcomes.
• Leadership & Strategy: Act as a senior leader, deputising for the Group Principal & CEO, and driving strategic projects that align with the College's growth and educational goals.

What You'll Bring

• Qualifications: Degree and professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) are essential.
• Experience: Extensive experience in financial strategy, budget management, and estates management within the further education or education sector.
• Sector Knowledge: An understanding of government funding streams, education regulation and procurement laws, especially in further education. Experience with Office for National Statistics guidelines for capital projects is desirable.
• Leadership: Proven experience in leading large, diverse teams, delivering complex projects and managing change across multiple campuses.

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a multi-site education organisation.
• The chance to lead high-impact capital and strategic projects.
• A competitive salary, excellent benefits and the opportunity to shape the future of further education.

How to Apply

If you're a finance-qualified Chief Operating Officer and can demonstrate knowledge of the education sector, then we would encourage you to contact our retained consultant Will Worthington at Morgan Hunt for a confidential briefing and to request the candidate pack.

Contact details: 07884 696 980.

New City College are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Timetable

Informal call with the Group Principal & CEO	w/c 11th November 2024
Closing date	18th November 2024
Shortlisting	20th November 2024
1st stage interview conducted by Morgan Hunt	w/c 25th November 2024
Interview / assessment centre - New City College	w/c 2nd December 2024
Offers, checks and referencing	w/c 9th December 2024

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Job Overview This role is all about leading a team that helps improve how care is provided to patients and communities in our region. Were part of a larger network that works together to make sure everyone gets the best care possible. Our team focuses on making long-term plans, checking how well were doing, and helping local health systems do their best work. What Youll Do As the Director of Improvement, Transformation, and Partnerships, youll be a key part of our regional leadership team. Youll work closely with the Regional Director to build strong partnerships with local health providers and systems. Your goal is to help these systems become more independent and effective over time. Youll lead the Improvement, Transformation, and Partnerships team. Your team will develop solid plans, check performance, and drive continuous improvements in the quality of care and health outcomes. Youll also step in to help when providers or systems are struggling. Youll also help shape national priorities and decide what kind of support local systems need. Youll work closely with our corporate teams to do this. And when needed, youll step in for the Regional Director. Team Management Youll manage the Improvement, Transformation, and Partnership Team. Youll make sure that our national guidelines for performance, improvement, partnerships, and oversight are applied consistently and effectively throughout the region. This will involve: Building strong relationships with other regional functions. Supporting other Directors to ensure that our interventions are aligned and coordinated. Building close working relationships with the regional Commissioning and Finance functions to ensure an aligned approach to performance, oversight, and intervention. General Responsibilities Youll build strong relationships with senior colleagues across all NHSE functions. Youll make sure that were all working together effectively and looking for ways to improve. Youll also make sure that we have good governance in place, including identifying risks and taking action to mitigate them. Youll contribute to the development and delivery of NHSEs joint corporate business plan and the strategic work programme of the NHS Executive Group. Youll act as an ambassador for NHSE, representing our objectives and views to stakeholders. Youll be part of the regional on-call rota and may be required to step in for the Regional Director. Key Relationships Youll work with a range of people both inside and outside the organisation, including System Leaders, provider Chief Executives, Councillors, the Department of Health and Social Care, and other national bodies such as the Care Quality Commission and Health Education England. Staff Management Youll be responsible for managing a large team with a wide range of skills. Youll have direct line management responsibilities and may also work with national colleagues in a matrix structure. Budget Management Youll manage a significant budget, making sure we use our resources effectively across the health service.

As part of the interview and assessment process, applicants can expect a values and competency-based interview and Stakeholder panels. Please find included our recruitment pack which includes more information. In addition to the main duties outline for the role, some of the key responsibilities include: Ensure the Board and key stakeholders are notified of any new policy, legislative, regulatory and governance developments that might impact on the Trusts activities. Providing wise counsel and a confidential sound board to the Chief Executive, Chair, and individual Board members and senior leaders on all aspects of Board business and corporate governance including issues of concern. Guiding the Board in the responsible and effective conduct of its role, providing, where appropriate, a discreet, independent, and challenging voice in relation to Board deliberations and decision-making. Overall responsibility for the Trusts corporate governance framework, ensuring there are sound procedures in place both within the Trust, in our working with the South London Mental Health and Community Partnership and Integrated Care System,. Ensure that the Trusts corporate affairs are undertaken to the highest standards of probity and according to statutory and legislative requirements by advising the Chief Executive, Chair and Board members on all corporate governance issues. Provide specialist advice to the Board around all aspects of the Trusts governance agenda to ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory frameworks and audit frameworks. Lead on the design, development and implementation of the Board Assurance Framework ensuring it is regularly reviewed and updated by Executive Directors so that it adds value and provides assurance to the Board. Lead on the appointment of the Chair, Vice Chair, SID, non-executive directors, CEO, and executive directors are in accordance with best practice. Ensure full secretarial support, advice and follow up action is provided for the Board (including its designated formal committees), ensuring that they run efficiently, effectively and adopt best practice with a constructive relationship between them and the under-pinning governance structure. A full set of responsibilities can be viewed in the Director of Corporate Governance recruitment pack with the job description and person specification attached.

Our client is looking to bring on board a hands-on Account Director to join aleading social-first creative agency. The ideal candidate will have5+ years' experience in social media campaign management, with hands-on experience in influencer campaigns.

As an Account Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing high-profile accounts, developing strategies, and delivering exceptional social media campaigns. This full-time role offers salary range of£46,000-£52,000DOE and hybridworking option (3 days office, 2 remote).

The primary focus of the role will be to maximise the potential of existing client relationships, ensuring smooth project delivery and the development of innovative solutions.

You will be responsible for:

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, managing all aspects of campaign execution.

- Lead social media strategies, focusing on influencer marketing and content creation.

- Collaborate with creative, strategy, and project management teams.

- Ensure timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality campaign delivery.

- Create and implement strategic plans to drive organic growth for client accounts.

- Manage client communications, anticipating and addressing potential issues proactively.

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked in a similar role such asAccount Director,Client Services Director orSenior Account Manager

- 5+ years' experience in social media campaign management, with hands-on experience in influencer campaigns

- Experience working in an creative agency, social mediaagency, marketing agency or advertising agency.

- Background working with large teams across creative and project management departments

- Ability to manage multiple projects and teams concurrently.

- A robust portfolio demonstrating strategic social media work.

What's on offer:

- Flexible hybrid working (2 days remote, 3 in office)

- Private medical insurance & wellbeing perks

- Regular team socials and wellbeing activities

- 25 days annual leave + personal day

- Ongoing training and development programs

This is an exceptional opportunityfor an Account Directorto join a dynamic, growing agency and take your career to the next level.

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I am seeking an experienced and dynamic Director Building Surveyor to head up an exciting opportunity in London and Reading.
Your new company It is an established Building Consultancy that specialises in Project Management for Property Investors and Occupiers.
Your new role

• Undertake all Building Surveying disciplines
• Businesses develop new and existing client bases
• Travel to meet new and existing clients
• Lead and manage complex surveying projects from inception to completion

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related field.
• MRICS or equivalent.
• Experienced in building surveying, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in relevant software and technology.

What you'll get in return

• Salary up to £95,000 dependent on experience +benefits +package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working
• 25 days holiday running annually

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Following retirement, NHS England (London) is seeking a Director of Improvement, Transformation & Partnerships to drive through the London Vision that will see London become the best city in the world to receive health and care services. The role will coordinate the delivery of “The London Mission” across the NHS, local government and the GLA. As a jointly funded post we welcome applications from the NHS, local government and social care sectors.

The ambition is to transform NHS service access, experience and outcomes for all Londoners. This will mean the rapid development, implementation and spread of digital first services whilst ensuring that no Londoner gets left behind, reducing the gap of existing health inequalities.

You will need to develop strong working relationships across the NHS in London, ensuring there is senior clinical and managerial leadership in place. They will also be working in partnership with London Councils and the boroughs and the Greater London Authority, and closely with other regional bodies such as the Metropolitan Police Service. This role will lead the NHS through the next strategic period and beyond and will play a key role in shaping our response to the government’s reform agenda.

This is an exciting, demanding and high profile role that needs to be filled by an exceptional candidate.

As part of the New NHS England, the London region is committed to being a workplace where everyone is encouraged to continually reflect, experiment, and improve, where we support and uphold the behaviours that we expect of each other, and in the way we approach our work supporting our Systems.

The London vision, agreed by the NHS, the GLA and London Councils, is to make London the world’s healthiest global city and the best place in the world to receive health and care services.

How we work is as important as what we do. Our approach must be led by NHS England’s values, with collaboration and equity at its heart and we encourage applications from any underrepresented communities.

We are designed to work as a multi-disciplinary team drawing together the combined talents of medicine, nursing, operational performance, improvement, strategy and a range of enabling functions under the leadership of a Regional Director.

Our role is complex – we are a convenor and co-ordinator, shining a spotlight on and sharing best practice. We oversee performance and have regulatory responsibilities.

We work with our partners and systems to address priority issues that require pan-London solutions and to support this we work together at neighbourhood, borough and regional levels.

The successful candidate will lead a large directorate, made up of teams focused on continually improving services and working in partnership across London.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

Job Overview

This role is all about leading a team that helps improve how care is provided to patients and communities in our region. We’re part of a larger network that works together to make sure everyone gets the best care possible. Our team focuses on making long-term plans, checking how well we’re doing, and helping local health systems do their best work.

What You’ll Do
• As the Director of Improvement, Transformation, and Partnerships, you’ll be a key part of our regional leadership team. You’ll work closely with the Regional Director to build strong partnerships with local health providers and systems. Your goal is to help these systems become more independent and effective over time.
• You’ll lead the Improvement, Transformation, and Partnerships team. Your team will develop solid plans, check performance, and drive continuous improvements in the quality of care and health outcomes. You’ll also step in to help when providers or systems are struggling.
• You’ll also help shape national priorities and decide what kind of support local systems need. You’ll work closely with our corporate teams to do this. And when needed, you’ll step in for the Regional Director.

Team Management

You’ll manage the Improvement, Transformation, and Partnership Team. You’ll make sure that our national guidelines for performance, improvement, partnerships, and oversight are applied consistently and effectively throughout the region.This will involve:
• Building strong relationships with other regional functions.
• Supporting other Directors to ensure that our interventions are aligned and coordinated.
• Building close working relationships with the regional Commissioning and Finance functions to ensure an aligned approach to performance, oversight, and intervention.

General Responsibilities
• You’ll build strong relationships with senior colleagues across all NHSE functions. You’ll make sure that we’re all working together effectively and looking for ways to improve. You’ll also make sure that we have good governance in place, including identifying risks and taking action to mitigate them.
• You’ll contribute to the development and delivery of NHSE’s joint corporate business plan and the strategic work programme of the NHS Executive Group. You’ll act as an ambassador for NHSE, representing our objectives and views to stakeholders.
• You’ll be part of the regional on-call rota and may be required to step in for the Regional Director.

Key Relationships
• You’ll work with a range of people both inside and outside the organisation, including System Leaders, provider Chief Executives, Councillors, the Department of Health and Social Care, and other national bodies such as the Care Quality Commission and Health Education England.

Staff Management
• You’ll be responsible for managing a large team with a wide range of skills. You’ll have direct line management responsibilities and may also work with national colleagues in a matrix structure.

Budget Management
• You’ll manage a significant budget, making sure we use our resources effectively across the health service.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you have experience leading, managing and developing the subject area and or providing support in school curriculum? We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Academy Battersea as Achievement Director of PE.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training
• Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level
• Have experience of initiation and effective management of change
• Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups
• Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications
• Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking
• Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement
• Have good communication skills in speech and writing
• Display excellent organisational skills
• Be able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students
• Be able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment

What the school offers its staff

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, electric car scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

The purpose of your role will be:

• To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area.
• To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal.
• To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department.
• To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

• Operational and strategic planning (including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans, and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies)
• Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery
• Staff development (including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff)
• Student outcomes (including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data)
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Strategy, Leadership and Management Assumes full deputising responsibilities (or those responsibilities as directed) for the CDIO/SIRO as required. Leads on the development and implementation of an aligned Health Records Strategy and an Information Governance Strategy for each Trust Leads, develops, implements and oversees a policy framework for robust and effective Information Governance and Management and Health Records operations across the Trusts. Is responsible for driving focus and prioritisation within DT&I through establishing strategic planning and governance principles and processes. Leads on programmes required to deliver the Trusts Health Records and Information Governance strategies, ensuring costs, resource, interdependencies, and business change requirements are clearly understood. Takes the lead in ensuring that programme governance is well designed, adheres to recognised standards and principles; ensure ongoing project methodologies are fit for purpose, follow agreed standards, and are responsive enough to ensure delivery of benefits within timescales. Monitors the development of health records systems internationally and ensure the Trusts are aware of the latest thinking and application of technology enabled process redesign. Takes overall responsibility for the development of all Information Governance and Management Policies which will impact users across the organisations. Attains credibility within the Trusts in order to influence and affect change at executive and senior clinical levels. Leads the stakeholder community through key decisions by articulating the options in relevant business terms and portraying the implications Communication and working relationships Contributes to the development and achievement of the Trusts strategic plans and objectives through membership of the Kings and GSTT Senior Leadership Groups and other Trust-level committees as appropriate, influencing decision-making at the highest levels Works closely with the Transformation teams, workstream SROs, and work-stream leads amongst others in the strategic planning necessary to deliver current organisational strategic priorities and contribute to shaping the future of both Trusts Develops and maintains strong external strategic relationships with KCH and GSTT strategic partners, within KHP, across the ICS and beyond Develops and maintains strong working relationships with senior corporate, finance and HR colleagues across both Trusts so that there are robust systems in place for on-going monitoring and effective tracking of multiple, complex, transformation and development plans. Is responsible for developing and managing existing strategic vendor and partnership relationships, negotiations and contracts, valued in excess of £10m Ensures external and internal relationship management strategies across the team are well designed and implemented Develops and maintains exemplary relations with the trade unions and staff representatives for both Trusts, so that there is effective partnership working across the Directorate and wider Trust bodies Develops relationships and ways of working with key personnel to ensure information governance and data protection practitioners are engaged at the earliest opportunity in the strategic thinking of the Trusts, embedding privacy by design Promotes the creation of multidisciplinary teams and collaborative working practices Engages and participates in Trust projects/Board as a strategic leader and present complex information governance issues to both Trusts staff, suppliers, external clients. Is responsible for briefing the Trusts Senior Information Risk Owner, the Chief Medical Officer and the Caldicott Guardian and other Directors as appropriate on key Information Governance and Management and health records risks and concerns to enable appropriate action to be taken at the earliest opportunity. Acts as the Deputy Senior Information Risk Owner for Kings standing in for the SIRO as needed. Liaising with the Information Commissioner and other statutory bodies on behalf of the Trust Liaising with the Information Commissioner and other statutory bodies on behalf of the Trust Corporate responsibilities Champions the Trusts values in all activities, with particular emphasis on promoting equality and diversity for all staff Ensures that DT&i maintains a strong focus on delivering to the strategic objectives of the Trusts, KHP, Department of Health, NHSE and other national or sector-wide targets and initiatives Represents the Trusts at relevant national and sector-wide forums ensuring the Trusts interests and plans are effectively promoted Represents DT&i on corporate meetings and projects, as directed by the CDIO. Deputises for the CDIO as required at Kings and GSTT, on all IG&M related matters People and Resources Responsible for all Information Governance and Management staff. Responsible for ensuring external contracted staff comply with each Trusts requirements Provides senior leadership within the Directorate and influence service design and delivery across each organisation; Responsible for ensuring that the workforces are appropriately utilised and long term service needs are appropriately planned for in terms of staffing levels, career development and skill mix. Trains and develop staff to meet Trusts objectives and Values and Behaviours Ensures adequate systems are in place to recruit and retain the highest calibre of staff. Implements HR Policies and procedures within the services. Ensures compliance with external accreditation bodies. Ensures management and organisational structure of the departments are continually reviewed and, where necessary, redesigned to meet changing needs and requirement of the services. Oversees supervision for all staff in line with each Trusts policies. Ensure Personal Development Reviews are conducted in accordance with each Trusts Policies. Establishes and implement metrics-based continuous-improvement programs for the IG&M departments. Ensures that resources allocated are properly and effectively deployed to deliver against agreed targets of time, cost and quality. Provides visible leadership to promote a fair and just culture that ensures that IG&M and the wider directorate is responsive to the needs of diverse staff. Information Management Responsible for the management and development of aligned policies and practices that support the use of electronic and where still relevant, paper health records systems across the organisations. Monitor use and development of electronic health records that support IG&M practices at each Trust to ensure efficient and appropriate use through ongoing participation in the Epic optimisation programme. Monitor and manage all associated risks, complaints and issues with health records and other information. Corporate and Financial Responsibilities Negotiates, plans, utilises and monitors financial performance, ensuring the service is delivered within the available budget and initiating service change as necessary for each Trust. Ensures that expenditure does not exceed allocation without prior agreement of the Chief Digital Information Officer Responsible for developing and delivering the annual savings plan for the Information Governance and Management services and for reducing costs while delivering efficient and effective services that demonstrate value for money for each Trust. Budgetary responsibility of £10m plus and over 180 WTE staff; holder for multiple budgets and ensuring financial control. Research, Governance and Training Develops and manages the implementation of systems, control processes and risk management arrangements to support monitoring of compliance with information governance standards, other Trust-wide policies and processes and best practice requirements; Ensures the resolution of complaints and issues from patients, staff, suppliers, other internal and external service providers and partner organisations in a timely and appropriate manner in line with Trust policy, procedures and service delivery values and priorities; Ensures, alongside the Clinical Governance department, Heads of Nurses, and other clinical staff, appropriate investigation and trend analyses of all complaints and adverse incidents. Prepares and provides briefings and reports for the CDIO, Senior Information Risk Owner, the Medical Director, the Chief Information Officer, the Trust Management Executive and the Trust Board and associated committees across both Trusts. Takes the lead for the service in planning ways to seek user feedback on the quality of the service. Ensures the development of robust training programmes with regards Information Governance, confidentiality, freedom of information and records management (corporate and clinical).

The post holder will work across the NW London ICS to support the ICS Chief Pharmacist manage the effective working of medicines governance & access and delivery objectives of the NW London-wide Medicines Optimisation Team. The post holder will have responsibility for the operational management of the Medicines Governance & Access specialism. The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation. To provide the management and strategic support to the NW London IMOC and its subcommittee/groups around medicines in NW London as determined by the Chief Pharmacist. Ensure that NW London operates an effective and efficient committee structure with appropriate governance to facilitate medicines optimisation for the system, and ensure the team provides high quality secretarial support to medicines-related committees/groups. To drive implementation and ensure alignment of the activities and decisions made by the IMOC across the local health economy. Establish effective working relationships with colleagues in NW London IMOC partner organisations to ensure maximal engagement and delivery of the NW London IMOCs objectives. Ensure expert support and input to the medicines processes of Individual Funding Requests for high cost drugs. To support the ICS Chief Pharmacist with the work of national work programs as appropriate, such as high cost drugs and the use of digital enablers to improve outcomes from medicines. Operational management of the Medicines Governance and Access specialism to deliver the strategic aims of the four ICB objectives and as required by the ICS Chief Pharmacist. Working within the overall strategic objectives, devise and lead the implementation and delivery of medicines optimisation work. This will require using own highly specialist knowledge and experience to appraise options, influence others and create evidence where it is lacking. Responsibility for the integration of medicines optimisation across NW London interface to deliver measurable improvements in medicines optimisation and health outcomes. Support the ICS Chief Pharmacist in building and maintaining effective relationships with system leaders and other stakeholders and leading evolution of the system wide Medicines Optimisation strategy. Accountable for working collaboratively in the development and implementation of qualitative and quantitative measures to determine performance against medicines optimisation programs. Report progress against the program through personal representation and by written reports at relevant meetings and groups. Develop and implement schemes and frameworks to ensure legal, safe, cost effective and best value use of medicines in NHS services, driving change for national and locally agreed targets relating to medicines management. Ensure coherent system and financial management for drugs across the local healthcare system, including through deep collaboration with Trusts, relevant IMOC and delegated subgroups. Ensure that any medicines optimisation work that can be done once for NW London is done only once. Engage with key pharmacy leads to inform development of strategy and policies and identify examples of national and international best practice. To drive collaborative working across the local health economy through engagement and building relationships with the Committees internal and external stakeholders. To be a champion for the NW London IMOC and the programme of Pharmacy work across the system. The role will take guidance from corporate or national policies and guidelines and have overall corporate accountability for own specialism. To provide highly specialist pharmaceutical advice and make recommendations for effective strategies, providing expertise and clear leadership to stakeholders and partners to deliver safe, effective and evidence-based medicine. To lead and contribute to the review of medicines patient pathways as appropriate, in conjunction with clinical leads across North West London To work closely with clinical leads and system stakeholders and partners to develop innovative approaches to service redesign to address health inequalities, reduce unwarranted variation and improve outcomes for long term conditions covering prevention, diagnostics, treatment, optimisation and complex needs. To manage the horizon scanning process with relevant system partners and assessing the impact of any changes in prescribing practice on the wider health economy. This is not an exhaustive list of duties; staff are therefore required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirement of this post Planning and Organisation & Governance To use clinical and change management skills to undertake and implement care pathway redesign, including provision of an overview of medicines usage and transfer of care issues across multiple patient pathways (and multiple providers and commissioners). To be able to work alone to tight deadlines and concentrate for long periods of time on complex work. To oversee preparation and presentation of the monthly NICE updates for Committee meetings, which plans for NICE technology appraisal guidance and supports the overall system-wide horizon scanning process. Contribute a professional perspective to the discussions of the committee. Policy and Service Development To ensure IMOC response to national proposals relating to the use of medicines, as needed. To support systems that ensure appropriate governance is in place for Shared Care Guidelines across the local health economy. To oversee development of Shared Care across the local heath economy and work with NW London IMOC member organisations to ensure appropriate consultation. To provide expertise on medicines optimisation leadership and advice on high cost, hospital and specialist medicines. To support and facilitate the review of clinical patient treatment pathways as appropriate, in conjunction with clinical leads across North West London. Promote implementation and support delivery of NICE guidance and other relevant national policies relating to prescribing, pharmaceutical services and medicines use and support establishment of systems for monitoring and reporting on uptake. To engage with local stakeholders to further develop the approach in NW London in the use of outcomes monitoring frameworks, which assess the value and impact from specialist treatment pathways. To provide leadership on delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan with a specific focus on medicines optimisation and long-term conditions. Support the NW London ICB in taking appropriate action to prevent fraud and liaise with the relevant Local Counter Fraud Specialists. Financial and Physical Resources To support improvement in approaches for reporting on the use of specialist high cost medicines and the outcomes delivered within local pathways. To lead coordination of the horizon scanning processes across NW London stakeholders for new and repurposed medicines/indications, which includes financial planning for NICE guidance. To work with the Business Intelligence Team and contracting team to further develop approaches for reporting on the use of specialist high cost medicines used within local pathways. To be numerate and be able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills. Constantly strive for value for money and greater efficiency in the use of the system wide medicines budgets. This will include advising on innovative opportunities in relation to medicines optimisation that supports strategies and programmes to maximise service benefits. Lead, support and contribute to formal negotiations with senior level staff from external stakeholders, providing a high level of negotiating expertise and highly specialist clinical knowledge to secure the most advantageous arrangements around medications to ensure the most cost-effective, high quality and safe services. Ensure the securing of value for money and cost-effective use of medicines, giving due consideration to all relevant factors including risk, quality, sustainability, and other factors. Staff Management and Leadership The post holder will require highly developed leadership skills to work within a distributed model of ICS pharmacy leadership across NW London. The post holder will hold responsibility for staff management and leadership including recruitment, career development, performance, work evaluation, and to provide clinical leadership to the Team. Postholder will work with other line managers to help matrix manage the work of other non-direct line managed staff. To recruit and line manage roles in line with organisational structures. Professional leadership of the team, including responsibility for developing a work plan, appraising, setting objectives, risk assessments and performance management (including appraisal, recruitment, disciplinary and grievance) To work as part of the NW London Medicines Optimisation team and provide leadership and support for all levels of staff working within it. Supporting and developing clinical and professional leadership. Contributing to future workforce planning and development and succession planning. The post holder will be committed to the development of themselves and others and have ability to influence and motivate others. Participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraiser and be responsible for complying with personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competency requirements.

At Park Plaza, authenticity is at the heart of everything we do. Whether it is a quick repair or planned maintenance, being a Chief Engineer is more than just doing maintenance and audits, it is also about creating a memorable experience for our guests through our beautifully maintained hotels.

Park Plaza County Hall Hotel, comprises of 399 guest rooms, 7 meeting rooms, Atrio Restaurant and Bar and sets the tone for an enhanced business trip, family getaway or couples retreat in Central London.

This role will be great for someone with strong project management and stakeholder management skills as there are a host of exciting projects in the works.

We are looking for our Chief Engineer who will:

• Be responsible for the overall engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel
• Ensure that all training needs for team members are identified, processed promptly, and undertaken at an appropriate time
• Carry out routine spot checks of equipment
• Ensure that the engineering provision is delivered and meets the departmental objectives
• Promote a helpful and professional image to guests and other team members by responding with full and positive cooperation to requests received
• Manage requests promptly, helpfully, politely and with a caring attitude
• Have experience leading a large maintenance team
• Be hands-on and strong with stakeholder management
• Share our values: Confidence, Understanding, Playful, Curious, Elegant, Easy
• Have previous experience as Chief Engineer or Maintenance Manager in a similar sized hotel

As our Chief Engineer, you will receive:

• Salary: Competitive plus bonus
• Heavily discounted hotel room rates in Europe (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group and family & friends)
• 50% F&B discount at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)
• Start with 30 days holiday per year - incl bank holidays
• Two free meals per day - including days off if you wish to come i­n!
• Access to 40% of your pay before payday through Wagestream!
• Recommend a Friend scheme - £750
• BenefitHub - Discounted prices at hundreds of online and high street stores, supermarkets, major retailers, attractions, restaurants and cinemas.
• Vitality at work scheme with great gym discounts & more
• Ride to Work Scheme & free local cycling lessons
• Travel season ticket loans *
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Rotas published at least two weeks in advance (if applicable)
• Departmental productivity and service incentive schemes *
• Uniforms provided (if applicable) & free dry cleaning
• Annual Staff parties and events
• Company pension plan & award-winning training
• And more…

Renowned for creating memorable moments, Park Plaza caters to both leisure and business travellers with stylish guest rooms and versatile meeting facilities which are perfectly complemented by award-winning restaurants and bars.

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