Assistant Director Strategy, Transformation & Business Development
Job Summary
At NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) we have an opportunity to join our Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation (OTDT) area of the organisation in the key role of Assistant Director Strategy, Transformation and Business Development.
This appointment is pivotal in the development of our service and will leading the OTDT Directorate on the development of strategies, plans, transformations and overall resource planning to ensure we meet the needs of the Directorate and align with corporate NHSBT and Health Department processes.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will be responsible for:
* Proactively lead transformational change and supporting processes to adapt to our funding constraints. The post holder will develop and lead a Continuous Improvement management plan across the directorate, with responsibility for streamlining business processes.
* Influencing and contributing to the strategic and operational management of the Directorate and is required to communicate at all levels of management within NHSBT and externally with key stakeholders including the four UK Health Departments, NHS delivery bodies and patient / donor groups. The post holder will build and maintain excellent relationships with key stakeholders across the UK. To be responsible for the delivery of an overall strategic plan for OTDT including resources, transformation, performance targets, activity, and savings and to deputise for the Director as required
* Operationally manage the functions of the Transformation Portfolio (including PMO), as well as the Strategy, Planning & Performance team.
* Attending senior meetings, which will include the Board and its Committees periodically, and contribute to the business of such meetings insofar as it falls within their responsibilities including the preparation and presentation of papers.
You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.
You will be required to participate in the shift rota and on call rotas and to provide cover during operational emergencies.
About You
Experience and Knowledge
* Proven experience of developed communication skills with Senior Management, Directors and external stakeholders, resolving complex strategic planning issues. Requires leadership and well-developed negotiation and influencing skills.
* Proven experience of system and business strategy development, and implementation, at a senior management level.
* Strong people management and leadership skills gained from working at a senior management position in a large organisation, with proven ability in influencing, negotiating motivation, staff development, conflict resolution and performance management.
* Demonstrable experience of formulation of business strategy, change plans and implementing change management at a senior level.
* Prior experience of system strategy development.
* A senior manager and professional with extensive proven experience of managing and developing operational processes in a large-scale organisation.
* Knowledge in relevant legal, regulatory and product standards.
* Significant experience of working in healthcare e.g. acute hospitals, pharmaceuticals, biological, NHSBT
* Experienced in the handling of service user complaints and conflict resolution.
* Extensive experience in the field, with significant experience in a senior and/or strategic position.
Qualifications and Training
* Highly specialist knowledge of healthcare at Masters level or holds a Masters Qualification in this field.
* MBA or equivalent senior and/or strategic management experience
* Hold a full and valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
* Demonstrate commitment to own Continued Professional Development (CPD)
About Us
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.
By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
What we offer:
* NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
* 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
* We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
To learn more, please see our recruitment profile, which provides a summary of the job description and person specification. This can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.
This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 14th December.
Interviews are anticipated to be held Week Commencing 19th January 2026 subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact
Name: Charlotte Walker
Job Title: Recruiter
Contact Details: Charlotte.Walker@nhsbt.nhs.uk