Associate Director to the Chief ExecutiveNHS

Job summary

We are seeking an exceptional individual to work directly with our CEO at the heart of a busy, ambitious organisation. This is a unique opportunity to support strategic priorities and contribute to improving outcomes for our patients, staff and communities.

You will be credible, politically astute and comfortable working with senior leaders, Board members, system partners and external stakeholders. You will bring strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will be a trusted adviser and problem-solver, helping turn strategy into action, drive delivery and ensure the CEO is supported with clear, timely and insightful information.

This role requires substantial experience in senior business management, strategy, programme management, operational leadership or executive support within a complex organisation. Experience in the NHS, healthcare, public sector or a similarly regulated environment is highly desirable.

Join us and help shape the future of care at Whittington Health.

Interviews will be on the 09th of December . Will be confirmed near the time.

Main duties of the job

Key duties include providing strategic support to the CEO, leading priority projects, coordinating executive business, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving delivery of organisational objectives.

Job description

As Business Manager to the Chief Executive Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the CEO and Executive Team to deliver the Trust's strategic priorities. Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as a trusted adviser to the CEO, providing strategic analysis, briefings, and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Coordinating and monitoring delivery of key organisational priorities, ensuring progress is tracked and issues are addressed promptly.
• Managing high-profile projects and programmes on behalf of the CEO, working across clinical, operational, and corporate teams.
• Preparing high-quality reports, presentations, Board papers, and briefing materials for internal and external meetings.
• Building effective relationships with senior leaders, governors, system partners, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Supporting the planning and delivery of Executive Team and Board business, ensuring actions are followed through to completion.
• Analysing complex performance, workforce, financial, and operational information to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Leading and coordinating cross-organisational initiatives that improve patient care, staff experience, and organisational performance.
• Anticipating issues before they arise, resolving problems proactively, and ensuring the CEO's office operates efficiently and effectively.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working at the centre of decision-making, and has a proven track record of delivering results in complex organisations.

About us

Key duties include providing strategic support to the CEO, leading priority projects, coordinating executive business, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving delivery of organisational objectives.