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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration
  • Norwich

AI generated summary

  • You need executive HR leadership experience in a large organization, strong relational skills, ability to shape workforce strategy, and commitment to values-based leadership across teams.
  • You will lead HR strategies, drive workforce transformation, collaborate with partners, support clinical learning environments, and ensure consistent, high-quality HR services across the Group.

Requirements

  • proven track record with executive HR leadership in a large complex organisation and system level
  • ability to meet the challenges of 18,000 employees by driving change and growth
  • experience in working with Group hospital leadership teams, clinical groups, professional bodies, trade unions and staff representatives
  • capability to shape and deliver a coherent and effective Group workforce strategy
  • strong relational skills and shared purpose with partners across the Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care System
  • maintaining strong links with academic and research partners, including universities and education providers
  • visible, values based leadership to Site HR Directors
  • ensuring collaborative and consistent working across the Group
  • highest professional standards across all HR and OD services, including recruitment, workforce information, payroll, occupational health, wellbeing, learning and education

Responsibilities

  • To work towards our Group ambitions, we are looking for an exceptional leader with a proven track record with executive HR leadership in a large complex organisation and system level.
  • As a key figure within the Group and a non voting attendee at the Board of Directors you would be able to meet the challenges of 18,000 employees by driving change and growth at a key stage as the Norfolk & Waveney Hospital Group is established.
  • Working in close partnership with Group hospital leadership teams, clinical groups, professional bodies, trade unions and staff representatives, you will ensure the shape and delivery of a coherent and effective Group workforce strategy, founded on strong relationships and shared purpose.
  • You will collaborate with partners across the Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care System to drive joint workforce programmes, shared policies, and regional workforce transformation.
  • Maintaining strong links with academic and research partners, including universities and education providers this role is integral to supporting a high quality clinical learning environment, and advancing our university hospital ambitions.
  • In partnership with Hospital Leadership Teams, you would need to provide visible, values based leadership to Site HR Directors, ensuring collaborative and consistent working across the Group.
  • You would be expected to ensure the highest professional standards across all HR and OD services, including recruitment, workforce information, payroll, occupational health, wellbeing, learning and education.

FAQs

What is the role of the Group Chief People Officer?

The Group Chief People Officer will help shape and develop the culture and workforce delivery across the newly formed Norfolk & Waveney University Hospitals Group, focusing on transforming patient and staff experience.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A proven track record of executive HR leadership in a large complex organization is essential, along with exceptional leadership skills to meet the challenges of 18,000 employees.

Will the Group Chief People Officer be a voting member of the Board of Directors?

No, the Group Chief People Officer will be a non-voting attendee at the Board of Directors.

Who will the Group Chief People Officer collaborate with?

The Group Chief People Officer will work closely with Group hospital leadership teams, clinical groups, professional bodies, trade unions, staff representatives, and partners across the Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care System.

What are some key responsibilities of the Group Chief People Officer?

Key responsibilities include driving change and growth, ensuring effective workforce strategy delivery, maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders, and ensuring high professional standards across HR and OD services.

What kind of work culture is being emphasized at Norfolk & Waveney University Hospitals Group?

The Group emphasizes a culture rooted in compassion, flexibility, continuous learning, and a commitment to making it a great place to work for staff.

What support and benefits are offered to staff?

Benefits include flexible working hours, a fast track staff physiotherapy service, discounted gym memberships, generous pension schemes, Wagestream access, on-site nursery, and support in career development.

How can I get further details or arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Rees Milbourne, Chief of Staff, at rees.millbourne@nnuh.nhs.uk for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers comprehensive healthcare services across Norfolk and Norwich. Their mission is to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care and to advance health through innovation and research. They aim to provide high-quality medical treatment, support community health, and continually improve their services to meet the needs of patients and their families.