Job overview
Against this backdrop, the appointment of a Chief Operating Officer represents a critically important hire for the Trust. The COO is a voting member of the Trust Board and a senior member of the Executive Team, carrying accountability for the operational delivery of high-quality, safe and efficient services across the organisation. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the postholder will lead operational performance, service transformation and recovery across both acute and community settings, whilst also acting as Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) and contributing to the delivery of the Trust's financial plan, including Cost Improvement Programmes.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will lead the transformation of operational services across both acute and community settings, working collaboratively across organisational boundaries to strengthen system-wide delivery and improve population health outcomes. This includes leveraging digital innovation, data and analytics, and new models of care to deliver sustainable, high-performing services.
The MBS Group are acting as Whittington Health’s advisors on this appointment. To apply please send a covering letter and CV to [email protected] by midday on Wednesday 24th June.
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To apply, please submit your application via email with the subject line “Application for the role of Chief Operating Officer” to [email protected]
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Detailed duties and responsibilities listed in the attached pack .
This job description aims to illustrate the range and nature of responsibilities held by the post holder. The list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive, and the post holder is expected to be flexible in their approach. The duties associated with the post will inevitably vary and develop and therefore the role will be reviewed on a regular basis and changes made in consultation with the post holder.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a pivotal Executive Board role, responsible for leading the operational delivery of high-quality, effective and efficient services across the Trust.
The postholder will play a central role in: • Delivering operational recovery and sustained performance improvement • Strengthening integrated working across acute and community services • Driving system collaboration across North Central London • Ensuring services are responsive to the needs of diverse local populations • The COO will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive team to translate strategy into delivery, ensuring the Trust continues to play a leading role within the system
Person specification
NHS Leadership Competencies
Essential
- Drive high-quality and sustainable outcomes
- Develop and set strategy and deliver long-term transformation
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This advert is for Chief Operating Officer with Whittington Health NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is Competitive Salary. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Jun 2026.
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