NHS Jobs

Chief of Staff

NR4 7UG

Key information

Pay
£94,356 to £108,814 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
13 Oct 2026
Closing date
25 Oct 2026

About this role

The Chief of Staff position will ensure priorities remain focused, decisions are translated into action and the Group operates with pace, purpose and accountability. You'll provide strategic leadership across governance, performance, risk management and organisational development.This is a highly influential role where you will: Drive delivery of the Group's strategic ambitions, ensuring priorities are effectively coordinated and implemented across all hospital sites. Lead high-profile transformation, improvement and innovation programmes that support better outcomes for patients and communities. Provide expert advice to the Chief Executive, Board and senior leaders on complex, sensitive and strategically important matters. Develop and oversee the Group's integrated performance and assurance framework, ensuring clear oversight of delivery, risk and organisational performance. Build strong relationships with NHS partners, regional and national stakeholders, influencing policy, strategy and system-wide collaboration. Ensure effective governance and successful implementation of Board and Executive decisions.Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Above all, you will help ensure that the Group's vision for outstanding, sustainable healthcare becomes a reality, delivering meaningful benefits for patients, staff and communities across Norfolk and Waveney.