Job summaryUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust has a clear vision to be a 'national and international leader in healthcare, rooted in our communities'. As one of the UK's largest teaching Trusts responsible for managing two major hospitals in Coventry and Rugby, we serve a population of over a million people. We aim to be exceptional in everything we do, and this is an outstanding opportunity to join an organisation committed to improvement and innovation.
Our values-driven organisational development programme, and our long established partnership with Virginia Mason Institute; focussing on improving services via lean methodology, are key to us achieving our vision of becoming a national and international leader in healthcare.
We are seeking an inspirational leader to join our executive team as we continue on this journey; leading from the front, shaping strategy and initiating change, you will play a critical role in helping us to be 'More than a Hospital'. In return we can offer a unique opportunity to be part of an experienced Executive Leadership Team within an innovative organisation.
Main duties of the jobYou will contribute across the full breadth of the corporate agenda and have responsibility for the professional leadership and education of the Trust's medical workforce ensuring that Trust policy, procedures and practices align with GMC guidance on 'Duties of a Doctor', 'Maintaining Good Medical Practice' and 'Maintaining High Professional Standards'
Acting as the Trust's Caldicott Guardian and Responsible Officer, you will ensure that the required standards of confidentiality and information sharing are adhered to and Trust values are embedded in all aspects of medical and dental clinical and professional practice.
You will provide credible and visible leadership in managing a wide portfolio of Medical Education, Research & Development, Quality and Innovation being responsible for ensuring all relevant legal and statutory obligations are met.
A driven and influential leader, you will have a proven track record of successful medical leadership in a large complex organisation and demonstrate excellent communication and influencing skills. You will be experienced at Consultant and Deputy Chief Officer level, hold current GMC/GDC registration and inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register.
The post is offered on a full-time basis and can include some clinical time by agreement with the Chief Executive Officer.
About usUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job responsibilitiesThe Trust is actively working to achieve a diverse, gender balanced and representative workforce where diversity is actively valued and celebrated, including at Trust Board level. With this in mind, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to ensure that our Board reflects the diversity of our communities and encourages diversity of thought.
Please submit your Expression of Interest (on no more than two sides of A4) with an accompanying C.V. to Amandeep Hayer, via email Amandeep.Hayer2@uhcw.nhs.uk.
To arrange an informal discussion with Professor Andy Hardy, Chief Executive Officer please email Alex.Johnson@uhcw.nhs.uk
Closing date: Sunday 18th October (midnight)
Final Assessment / Interviews: Monday 30th November 2026
For detailed description of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached candidate pack.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Current GMC/ GDC registration and inclusion of the GMC Specialist register
- Sustained record of continued professional development
- MBA or other postgraduate management qualification in a relevant field or substantial experience
ExperienceEssential- Comprehensive understanding of the NHS and it's infrastructure
- Outstanding record of sound medical leadership in a complex organisation
- Successful track record as a credible Director/Deputy Director with Board Level exposure
- Excellent understanding of negotiation theory and practice and ability to achieve exceptional results
- Proven experience of change management
Desirable- Successful track record at Director level including exposure at Board Level within an Acute Hospital setting.
SkillsEssential- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude
- Excellent communication skills working with internal and external stakeholders
- Well-practised ability to question, challenge and influence assumptions across professional and organisational boundaries
- Leader with personal and professional credibility and strong sense of integrity
- Ability to influence and operate effectively in a challenging environment
- Confident and able to inspire confidence in others
- Ability to cope with distressing and emotional circumstances in a sympathetic and understanding manner
Commitment to Trust Values and BehavioursEssential- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
