NHS Jobs

Deputy Chief Executive Officer

ME7 5NY

Key information

Pay
£100,000 to £200,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
8 Oct 2026
Closing date
29 Oct 2026

About this role

Executive Leadership and Corporate Responsibility Act as a full member of the Trust Board, sharing collective responsibility for quality, safety, operational performance, workforce,finance and reputation. Support the Chief Executive in strengthening organisational grip, and delivery across all aspects of Trust performance. Provide strategic advice to the Board and Board Committees regarding future opportunities, risks and strategic choices. Participate in executive on-call arrangements and provide visible leadership across the organisation. Deputy Chief Executive Responsibilities Act as principal deputy to the Chief Executive Officer and undertake all duties delegated by the Chief Executive. Deputise fully for the Chief Executive Officer during periods of absence. Represent the Trust internally and externally at local, regional and national level. Support the Chief Executive in developing a cohesive, high-performing and values-led Executive Team. Promote collective Executive leadership and shared accountability for organisational priorities. Ensure Executive portfolios operate in an integrated and aligned manner. Lead across organisational boundaries to ensure delivery of Trust-wide objectives. Support the Board in maintaining strong governance, assurance and organisational oversight. Build organisational confidence through visible leadership, accessibility and engagement with staff, patients and partners. Strategy, Planning and Strategy Deployment Lead the development, implementation and ongoing refresh of the Trust's strategic direction. Ensure strategic priorities are aligned with quality, workforce, operational and financial plans. Lead the annual planning cycle and development of integrated business plans. Develop a systematic approach to strategy deployment, ensuring organisational priorities are translated into delivery throughout alllevels of the organisation. Ensure effective monitoring and reporting of strategic objectives and delivery milestones. Provide leadership on population health needs, health inequalities and future service planning Applications to be submitted via

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