Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity at Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS). Our staff collectively see thousands of people every day in community hospitals, health clinics, schools, children's centres and in patients' own homes. They also do something else very special; they are responsible for turning an ordinary day into something extraordinary.
Are you a strong, capable leader who can provide senior leadership to a Finance and Business Intelligence (FBI) directorate? This role is one of three new Strategic Business Manager posts that will have shared objectives and accountability for delivering the directorate's core business across our operational, tactical and strategic functions as part of an integrated senior leadership team, and for delivering the FBI 5-year Strategy.
This is a highly complex role requiring the post holder to being able to think strategically and develop vision linked to national and local health and social care policy developments and ensure these are reflected in the delivery of the Trust's strategic and tactical business partnering.
The post holder is responsible to act as a role model for leadership, living and promoting the LCHS Way. It is an expectation that this role will support and encourage others to reach their full potential by creating an environment of empowerment through adopting a culture of 'freedom coupled with accountability'.
Main duties of the job
The Strategic Business Manager - Strategic Developments will lead for the trust on new ways of working for strategic partnerships and developments, ensuring that developments enable LCHS to play a leading role in strategic alliances and partnerships, and that contracting and partnership frameworks enable the Trust to respond effectively to the strategic direction of the organisation, Lincolnshire health system, and the wider changing health and care environment.
This function will have a medium to long term focus collaborating with colleagues across the directorate to service business needs and priorities. Unencumbered by by operational or compliance duties, this function will be responsive in identifying opportunities to develop partnerships that make a difference to people and populations.
This role will provide leadership to the directorate as part of an integrated senior leadership team with shared objectives and accountability for delivery of the directorate's core business and for delivery of the FBI strategy. They will do this through maintaining a focus on systems, processes, culture, performance and behaviours.
About us
Why LCHS?
We recognise that our people are our best asset. LCHS is a flexible employer that is family and carer friendly. We believe in getting things done, not presenteeism. Our staff Health and Wellbeing offer is exemplary with a range of internal and commissioned services to assist employees with a range of difficulties. Our leadership and professional development offers are also outstanding with access to a range of internal programmes, external courses, apprenticeships, and a system-level coaching programme.
Why Lincolnshire?
The role will be based at LCHS HQ in Lincoln however we operate a hybrid working approach with a blend of office and home working. As a senior leadership post it is expected that we expect you will have a visible presence in the organisation including time each week at HQ. For these vital roles we will consider relocation support or travel expenses for an agreed period.
Lincolnshire is a vibrant, varied county with rolling countryside, historic market towns and villages, and an award-winning coastline. The cost of living makes Lincolnshire an attractive and affordable place to live.
For more information on our beautiful and welcoming county go to Visit Lincolnshire. For information on health and social care careers in the county see Be in Lincolnshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.
For any queries or informal discussion, please contact;
Sam Wilde, Director of Finance, Performance & Information
sam.wilde@nhs.net / : 07964 367360
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.
For any queries or informal discussion, please contact;
Sam Wilde, Director of Finance, Performance & Information
sam.wilde@nhs.net / : 07964 367360
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Accountancy/ Business/ Procurement Qualification at master's level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of forging and nurturing partnerships and collaborative relationships
- Politically aware, able to negotiate, engage and influence others, with effective working relationships within and beyond the employing organisation
- Skilled influencer and stakeholder manager able to harness relevant stakeholders to improve services and achieve business outcomes
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve high quality outcomes
- Able to think strategically and develop vision
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialist knowledge and expertise in strategic development, planning and partnerships
- Demonstrable knowledge, understanding and experience across a broad range of management functions
- Excellent knowledge of business processes e.g. negotiations, business cases, project management etc
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS accountability and governance arrangements
Experience
Essential
- Senior experience within a large complex organisation
- A track record of successful delivery of outcomes
- Track record of strategic planning, including market assessment and analysis
- Experienced in using a range of innovative approaches to progress business opportunities
- A proven track record of strong capable leadership, performance improvement and organisational change
Desirable
- Senior experience within an NHS organisation
Specific Attributes / Requirements
Essential
- As described on the person specification
Personal qualities
Essential
- Possess a high level of integrity, credibility, openness, honesty and reliability
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Accountancy/ Business/ Procurement Qualification at master's level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of recent relevant CPD
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of forging and nurturing partnerships and collaborative relationships
- Politically aware, able to negotiate, engage and influence others, with effective working relationships within and beyond the employing organisation
- Skilled influencer and stakeholder manager able to harness relevant stakeholders to improve services and achieve business outcomes
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve high quality outcomes
- Able to think strategically and develop vision
Knowledge
Essential
- Highly developed specialist knowledge and expertise in strategic development, planning and partnerships
- Demonstrable knowledge, understanding and experience across a broad range of management functions
- Excellent knowledge of business processes e.g. negotiations, business cases, project management etc
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS accountability and governance arrangements
Experience
Essential
- Senior experience within a large complex organisation
- A track record of successful delivery of outcomes
- Track record of strategic planning, including market assessment and analysis
- Experienced in using a range of innovative approaches to progress business opportunities
- A proven track record of strong capable leadership, performance improvement and organisational change
Desirable
- Senior experience within an NHS organisation
Specific Attributes / Requirements
Essential
- As described on the person specification
Personal qualities
Essential
- Possess a high level of integrity, credibility, openness, honesty and reliability
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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).
