Job Summary
Fulfil your potential in hospitals that make history!
Thank you for your interest in the role of Business Manager to the Chief Operating Officer at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. It is an important and challenging role and one that I think will be both enjoyable and rewarding in equal measure.
On joining us, we will support you to achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people. You'll be working with our teams to provide outstanding healthcare and to put the needs of our patients at the heart of all that we do and plan for.
We are an NHS Trust of over 16,000 people, providing care for over a million patients from north-west London and beyond every year. We have a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for our Trust's future and its role within the community, driven by our passionate commitment to provide the best possible care for our patients and population. With five hospitals on four sites, as well as a growing number of community and digital services across central and west London, our Trust is a place of immense opportunity if you are looking to develop or start your career in healthcare.
Main duties of the job
You will be supporting the Chief Operating Officer to fulfil all duties associated with the role, and to do so in a way that role-models the values that drive all of us who work here: Expert, Kind, Collaborative and Aspirational. I am looking for an individual who can take the initiative and seize the opportunities around them. The role will require a positive approach to learning and good analytical skills, and the ability to stay calm whilst working in the fast-paced and demanding environment of a large acute hospital trust. The chosen candidate will need to be able to provide comprehensive and proactive assistance to the Chief Operating Officer, including administrative, secretarial and briefing support, and lead on developing briefing packs and presentations. The successful candidate will also need to manage the competing demands on the diary of the Chief Operating Officer.
About Us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Date posted
14 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£54,320 to £60,981 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-CR-845
Job locations
St Marys Hospital
London
W2 1NY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Responsibilities
* Support the Chief Operating Officer with all duties associated with the role.
* Provide administrative, secretarial, and briefing support.
* Develop briefing packs and presentations.
* Manage the diary of the Chief Operating Officer.
* Attend and record actions from board or management meetings.
* Utilize a wide range of IT office systems, including excellent PowerPoint skills.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications Essential
* Relevant first degree or equivalent qualification / experience
Desirable
* Completion of project management skills course
Experience Essential
* Extensive experience of working in a senior PA/Executive Assistant role, including complex diary management and arranging meetings.
* Attending board or management meetings to record and chase actions, including preparation of agendas.
* Using a wide range of IT office systems including excellent PowerPoint skills.
* Working effectively as part of a team.
Desirable
* Experience of working in the NHS.
* Experience of supporting an Executive Director.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
St Marys Hospital
London
W2 1NY
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr