Job overview
Assistant Director of Workforce Systems, Operations & Transformation (Band 8d)
We are seeking an exceptional senior leader to join our People & Culture Directorate as Assistant Director of Workforce Systems, Operations & Transformation.
This is a pivotal role where you will lead the strategic development, optimisation and transformation of workforce services across the Trust—driving innovation, digital maturity and high-quality service delivery aligned to national NHS workforce priorities
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for workforce systems, services and transformation programmes
- Lead the development of integrated workforce planning and intelligence to support effective decision-making
- Deliver digitally enabled, high-performing workforce services, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement
- Oversee workforce data, reporting and analytics, turning complex data into actionable insights
- Drive innovation, including AI-enabled solutions, to modernise workforce operations
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Essential Experience
- Senior leadership experience in a complex organisation
- Proven track record of leading transformation and service improvement
- Experience managing large teams and significant budgets
- Delivery of complex programmes and business case development
- Ability to interpret and implement national policy
Qualifications
- Educated to Master’s level or equivalent experience
- Management/leadership qualification (or equivalent)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of workforce planning, financial management and NHS policy
- Expertise in data analytics, performance frameworks and service transformation
- Excellent communication, influencing and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead change and deliver measurable outcomes in a complex environment
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This advert is for Assistant Director of Workforce Systems, Operations & Transformation with James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Great Yarmouth, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £94,356 - £108,814 Per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent: 37.5hrs per week - included on site and remote working. The application deadline is 21 Jun 2026.
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