Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic operational manager to join our MSK & Specialist Surgery division in the role of General Manager. This role is pivotal to lead on the transformation and provision of high quality services for the community we serve. Working with an engaged team of dedicated healthcare professionals and the Clinical Delivery Group Management team including the Clinical Director, Clinical Leads and Matrons, you will develop the service which deliver best practice whilst maintaining financial performance. You will be responsible for the delivery of safe, efficient and high quality care to our patients as well as progressing the services within a business focus environment. You will ideally have healthcare or NHS experience and possess a strong track record of operational delivery, strong financial management knowledge and skills, coupled with effective leadership skills. You will also have the ability to develop strong, productive and collaborative relationships both internally and with key stakeholders. Main duties of the job You will be responsible for the delivery of all performance metrics and KPI (Quality, Operational and Financial) targets, proactively identifying expectations and developing improvement plans with service leaders and clinicians. You will also be involved in business case planning for the division. You will be an exceptional manager who exhibits a good understanding of operational management. You will have proven skills in sustainable change management, possess the desire to lead the team in delivering national performance standards and be committed to delivering within agreed objectives, targets, quality standards, resource controls and constraints. For an outstanding candidate we would consider a developmental post. Working across Colchester and Ipswich sites this post is Monday to Friday with the expectation to take part in the Senior Manager on call rota which will require weekend working. About us We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes. We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff. We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services. Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients. We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients. If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you. Find out about living and working here - www.youtube.com/watch?vGkPu7HphU8A Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year £62,215 - £72,293 per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 432-HR2031-24 Job locations Colchester/Ipswich Colchester/Ipswich CO4 5JL Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Management/leadership qualification or equivalent experience at post graduate level Evidence of continued professional development Further relevant training Desirable Project management qualification Experience Essential Proven experience working in a management/leadership role Leading projects Identifying & interpreting national policy & implementing changes Leading service changes to improve performance Responsible for a budget and budget setting Knowledge Essential Good understanding of current NHS agenda & healthcare policy Service improvements/transformation Risk management & governance Business planning /annual planning/long term planning Desirable NHS IT systems Person Specification Qualifications Essential Management/leadership qualification or equivalent experience at post graduate level Evidence of continued professional development Further relevant training Desirable Project management qualification Experience Essential Proven experience working in a management/leadership role Leading projects Identifying & interpreting national policy & implementing changes Leading service changes to improve performance Responsible for a budget and budget setting Knowledge Essential Good understanding of current NHS agenda & healthcare policy Service improvements/transformation Risk management & governance Business planning /annual planning/long term planning Desirable NHS IT systems 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. Employer details Employer name East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Colchester/Ipswich Colchester/Ipswich CO4 5JL Employer's website https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)