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About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Delivery Officer (CDO) to join the senior leadership team at James Paget University Hospital. This pivotal role works in close partnership with the Executive Managing Director (EMD) to drive the delivery of strategic and operational objectives across the Trust.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the CDO will provide expert leadership across clinical and operational strategy, financial performance, and organisational development. The successful candidate will be a skilled problem solver, planner and relationship-builder, capable of influencing at all levels, leading complex programmes of change.

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Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Executive Managing Director (EMD) to support and enable the delivery of Trust objectives including effective organisational leadership, clinical and operational strategy, finance and operational performance.
• Act for the EMD in internal and external meetings, including decision making in accordance with agreed strategy and policy.
• Lead major programmes and portfolios as directed by the EMD, including corporate and operational functions.
• Oversee the performance of centralised (Group) functions at the Trust level as the Group model evolves.
• Manage risk in line with the Group risk-based assurance framework, ensuring effective governance and escalation of risks.
• Provide high-quality policy advice, synthesising intelligence from multiple sources to support executive decision-making.
• Coach and support SLT colleagues to delivery agreed plans and improve performance.
• Produce high-impact written materials including reports, presentations, and strategic communications.
• Manage sensitive and confidential issues on behalf of the EMD, including complaints, incidents, and escalations.

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About You

You will bring:

• Proven leadership experience in a complex healthcare or public sector environment.
• Strong skills in strategic planning, programme delivery, and change management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across boundaries.
• A commitment to improving outcomes for patients and communities through effective delivery and assurance.

About Us

James Paget University Hospital is a 500-bed general hospital serving one of the most deprived populations in England. With over 3,700 staff, we provide emergency, maternity, and planned care services to a catchment population of 240,000. We are proud to be part of the Norfolk and Waveney University Hospitals Group (NWUHG), serving over 1 million residents.