Are you ready to lead a national healthcare programme that impacts millions of people every year? Do you thrive in complex, high‑profile environments where stakeholder relationships are key to success? Can you combine strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and operational oversight to deliver at scale?
We’re looking for a dynamic Account Director to lead the delivery of the National NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
This is a high‑impact, high‑visibility role within our Life Sciences Business Unit and a full‑time permanent position. You’ll work Monday to Friday, 09:00‑17:00, with regular travel when required, and some flexibility is needed.
Pay, benefits and more
Salary up to £80,000 per annum depending on experience, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Benefits include a company car allowance of £7,140 per annum, a company‑sponsored pension scheme, private medical and dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme and access to our MyBenefits platform, offering high‑street discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, cashback cards, a savings scheme and more.
What you’ll do on a typical day
* Build and maintain senior relationships with NHS England, regional hubs, and key stakeholders, acting as the trusted lead for the programme.
* Oversee end‑to‑end contract delivery through multiple partners including test providers, technology integrators, and distribution providers.
* Drive performance by monitoring service delivery, ensuring KPIs and contractual obligations are consistently met.
* Lead programme implementation and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned to regulatory requirements.
* Identify growth opportunities and contribute to business strategy, including expanding services and increasing programme uptake.
What you need to succeed at GXO
* Proven experience managing complex, large‑scale programmes within the NHS or public sector, with an understanding of politically sensitive environments. Scientific background (e.g., Biochemistry or similar) with an understanding of screening methodologies.
* Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels, including NHS bodies, regulators, and senior leadership teams.
* Commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing significant budgets and delivering revenue and growth targets.
* Experience operating within multi‑partner or 3PL/4PL environments, coordinating across multiple suppliers and service providers.
* The ability to analyse complex data, think strategically, and drive innovation and continuous improvement.
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply‑chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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