Chief Executive Officer

Posted 4 hours 4 minutes ago by NHS

£90,000 - £110,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Public Sector Jobs
Yorkshire, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 8
Job Description
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We are seeking an inspiring and values driven ChiefExecutive Officer to lead our organisation into its next phase of growth andinnovation.

Leeds GPConfederation was formed in 2018. A collaborative, values-led organisationbringing GP practices together to improve health across Leeds, support ourcommunities, and nurture a kind, inclusive culture for everyone we work with.

Our vision is toenable General Practice to thrive, thereby improving the health and wellbeingof the people of Leeds. We are an at scale provider of multiple primarycare-based services. We have a reputation of being responsive to the needs ofthe people of Leeds and the colleagues we work with in health and care.

The Confederation is not just CQCOutstanding, but an outstanding place to work.

A key focus of the CEO role will be to navigate theConfederation during a period of transition for the Leeds Health & CarePartnership, to define its purpose for the future and cement its place within thePartnership.

The CEO provides strategic,operational and cultural leadership as the leader of a strong Executive Team,to ensure the organisation fulfils its purpose, providing a strategic voice forPrimary Care in the Leeds Health & Care Partnership and deliveringhigh-quality services in a financially stable, well-governed environment.

Selection process w/c 9th March

Main duties of the job As CEO you will:

Lead strategy, transformation and organisationaldevelopment

Strengthen relationships across the system.

Champion our culture and values.

Inspire staff through collaborative,compassionate leadership.

Ensure governance, financial stability and high qualitydelivery.

We are looking for someone who:

Has a track record of successful seniorleadership in a complex organisation

Builds strong relationships

Leads with authenticity, integrity and openness

Values diversity and strives for inclusion

Thrives in dynamic systems

Is passionate about people, purpose and public value.

Apply now and help shape a future we can all be proudof.

About us Leeds GP Confederation is a collective of GP practices working together to deliver high-quality, patient-centred primary care across the city. By collaborating, we share resources, expertise, and innovation to improve services for our communities. Our mission is to support general practice, strengthen local healthcare, and ensure every patient in Leeds receives the right care, at the right time, from the right people.

Job responsibilities 1. Role Purpose

The Chief Executive Officer providesstrategic, operational and cultural leadership to ensure the organisationfulfils its purpose, providing a strategic voice for Primary Care in the LeedsHealth & Care Partnership and delivering high-quality services in afinancially stable, well-governed environment.

The CEO will champion theorganisations values, and behaviours, nurture an inclusive culture, and buildstrong internal and external relationships that enhance our reputation acrossthe Leeds Health & Care Partnership and beyond.

The Leeds Health & CarePartnership is currently in transition, and the key focus of the CEO role willbe to navigate the Leeds GP Confederation during this period, to understand itspurpose for the future and cement its place within the Health & CarePartnership. All whilst fulfilling the key components of the role.

The CEO willoversee strategy, business development, finance, delivery, governance, IT andHR and with the support of a strong, experienced Executive Team is able to bothlead and delegate as appropriate.

The role andresponsibilities may change in response to the nature and extent of the activities,and the CEO will also undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistentwith the responsibilities of the post.

2. Key Components of the Role during transitional phase

2.1 Culture & People

Safeguardand strengthen the organisations positive culture where staff feel proud towork, empowered to act, connected to purpose, and focused on people andpatients.

Ensurebehaviours reflect organisational values: collaboration, collective voice,openness, transparency, fairness and respect.

Fosteran environment where staff feel safe to speak up, challenge constructively, andlearn from experience.

Promotediversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of work.

2.2 Reputation & External Presence

Enhancethe organisations reputation as a safe, responsive and proactive partnerwithin the Health & Care Partnership.

Representthe organisation and General Practice more broadly, with integrity, clarity andconsistency, acting as an ambassador for its mission and values.

2.3 Strategic Leadership

Leadthe development and review of the organisations strategy.

Maintaina forward-looking perspective, identifying opportunities for growth andinnovation.

Drivea robust business development pipeline that supports financial sustainability.

2.4 Partnership & Relationship Management

Fosterinternal collaboration and strong working relationships.

Buildand maintain partnerships across the Health & Care Partnership.

Strengthenconnections with Primary Care through PCNs, Practices and Clinical Directors

Maintain and actively developrelationships with General Practice, understanding their perspectives andambitions.

With others, for example the LMC, bea key voice and advocate for General Practice in the health and care system.

Contributeto the maturity of the Leeds Provider Partnership and GPPC.

Seekmeaningful roles in MNP/SNP models, focusing on models of care.

Supportdevelopment of Neighbourhood Health and at-scale provision.

3. Key Components of the Role overall

3.1 Governance, Risk and Assurance

Overseecorporate risks while empowering leaders and teams to manage their risks.

Strengthengovernance systems and processes.

Reviewthe structure and effectiveness of the Board.

Enablethe Executive Team to maintain and improve CQC performance.

Workwith the Director of Finance on strong financial planning.

Supportfinancial stability through effective contract delivery.

Ensureresources are used responsibly and aligned to priorities.

3.3 Operational Oversight and ContractDelivery

Providestrategic oversight of contractual delivery, working with the Chief OperatingOfficer and Associate Director of Clinical Professions as a triumvirate, whiledelegating operational accountability to the Chief Operating Officer.

Assurethe contracts meet KPIs and align with organisational expectations, receivingregular updates from the COO.

Champion a culture of continual improvement inservice delivery, without direct operational involvement.

3.4 Leadership and OrganisationalDevelopment

Inspireand motivate staff with a shared sense of purpose.

Promotepositive team relationships and collective development.

Role-modelauthenticity, compassion, transparency and fairness.

Livethe organisations Behavioural Framework.

Committo ongoing learning and demonstrate growth through leadership behaviours.

Livethe organisational behavioural framework.

Empowerand support others.

Encouragelearning, curiosity and innovation.

Demonstrateopenness, honesty and respect.

Maintaintrust while handling difficult conversations.

5. Success Measures

Positiveorganisational culture and high staff engagement.

Enhancedreputation across the Health & Care Partnership.

Clearprogress against strategic objectives.

Stronggovernance and improved CQC outcomes.

Successfuldelivery of all contracts.

Growthand diversity of contracts delivered.

Strongpartnerships and stakeholder relationships.

Evidenceof personal and organisational learning and growth.

Person Specification Experience
  • Demonstrable track record of successful senior leadership in a complex organisation
  • Evidence of driving culture and organisational development.
  • Influence and management of stakeholders and partner organisation leaders and senior clinicians
  • Strategic planning and delivery in a multi stakeholder environment
  • Financial leadership experience, with budget management skills and strong commercial acumen
  • Delivery of innovation and/or service improvements within tight financial constraints
  • Leadership of governance, assurance and risk.
  • Leadership of teams through transformational change
  • Successful senior leadership experience working in or with NHS, primary care or public sector organisations
  • Experience of building and growing system partnerships.
  • Experience with CQCregulated services.
  • Business development or bid experience.
Personal Qualities
  • Authentic, fair and nonhierarchical.
  • Open, honest and transparent.
  • Emotionally intelligent.
  • Resilient and calm.
  • Curious and committed to learning.
  • Driven by purpose and public value.
Qualifications
  • Degree-level education or equivalent experience, with evidence of professional development.
  • Leadership or coaching accreditation.
Skills and Competencies
  • Authentic, inclusive leadership: committed to respecting . click apply for full job details