Director of Transformation
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7QB
Salary
£118,919 to £135,920
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
7 days left
Job description
This is a pivotal role leading the translation of the Trust's strategic ambition into sustainable operational and organisational change. Directly acco...
The role will ensure the emerging trust Transformation Programme is delivered in a way which not only delivers measurable operational and financial improvement, but also supports cultural/behavioural change with staff and wider stakeholder to ensure changes are embedded and sustainable. This role expects very close working relationships with operational leaders alongside finance, workforce, strategy and digital teams.
Alongside leading the Transformation Programme, the role is also responsible for developing the pipeline of opportunities for the Cost Improvement Programme and leading on the productivity programme.
Depending on experience, the role may be expected to lead the identification and delivery of commercial and private patient opportunities that support the Trust's strategic ambitions, financial sustainability and long-term organisational development.
As a member of the senior leadership team, you will contribute to the overall strategic direction of the Trust to deliver its objectives. This role may include participation on the Director On-Call rota.
Please review the Job description attached to the advert. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Fiona Howgego, Director of Strategy, Integration & Neighbourhood Health.
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's degree or equivalent level experience in healthcare management, business administration, strategy, organisational development, transformation, leadership or related discipline.
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record of leading large-scale organisational transformation and change programmes. This needs to include delivering measurable benefits realisation
- Significant experience of identifying and delivering productivity, efficiency and service improvement opportunities through structured transformation approaches
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills including the ability to develop and present compelling business propositions to Executive and Board-level audiences
Knowledge
Essential
- Strong knowledge of healthcare operational performance, clinical quality, patient safety and financial management
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to build consensus across organisational boundaries
Leadership Competencies
Essential
- Ability to create high-performing teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement
- Credibility to work effectively with Executive Directors, Board members, clinicians and external partners.
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
17 August 2026
Last checked
19 August 2026
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