Clinical Operations Director
The closing date is 13 January 2026
Job summary
About the RoleAre you an experienced leader with a passion for clinical transformation and operational excellence? We are seeking a dynamic Clinical and Operations Director to lead the development and delivery of the Target Operating Model (TOM) for a major capital project within the Norfolkand Waveney Healthcare system. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of care across the Norfolk and Waveney University Hospitals Group (NWUHG), supporting the New Hospital Programme (NHP) at both Queen Elizabeth Hospital and James Paget University Hospital.You will provide strategic leadership and assurance for a range of projects and co-dependencies, ensuring our estate aligns with future clinical and professional needs and meets Hospital 2.0 standards. The role requires a strong background in NHS clinical transformation, excellentleadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders, including clinical and operational staff, system partners, ICB, NHSE, and NHP.
Join us and help deliver a new era of healthcare for Norfolk and Waveney
Main duties of the job
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the clinical and operational transformation across the programme, assuring delivery of an integrated TOM aligned to Hospital 2.0 strategic objectivesManage programme and scheme resources across both sites through matrix management, ensuring alignment with group transformation and ICB objectives.Directly manage workstream leads for clinical transformation, operations, digital, and workforce, maintaining strong links with group functions.Engage and co-design with a broad range of partners, stakeholders, and service users, Providing expert advice to executive and board forums.Oversee the development of the TOM for the New QEH and Future Paget, ensuringalignment with NHP guidance and group clinical strategy.Support business case development, ensuring requirements are met at group, NHP/NHSE, and local levels.Lead on investment objectives, critical success factors, and monitor progress.Plan and manage collaboration between clinical and operational teams to ensure seamless service integration in the new hospital model of care.Deputise for the Programme Director as required.
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About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
What We OfferThe chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare across two major hospital sites.Opportunities for professional development and to work at the forefront of NHS transformation.A supportive, innovative, and collaborative working environment.
Details
Date posted
23 December 2025
Pay scheme
Very senior manager (VSM)
Salary
Depending on experience Band 9 (subject to evaluation)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
177-CORP- 7685351
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn & James Paget University Hospital, Gorleston
Great Yarmouth
NR31 6LA
Employer details
Employer name
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn & James Paget University Hospital, Gorleston
Great Yarmouth
NR31 6LA
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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