Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

Job summary

As an essential part of the NHS, NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) works to make the most of every donation from blood and organs to tissues and stem cells. We are more than a healthcare organisation: we are also a complex supply chain, a biomedical manufacturer, and a trusted partner in research and innovation.

At our heart, we enable daily acts of generosity from the thousands of blood donors who give their time every day, to the families who, in moments of profound grief, consent for their loved ones to become organ and tissue donors. It is for these donors, their families, and the patients they help that we strive to be the very best in everything we do.

The environment in which we operate is changing. We face increasing demand, evolving technology, and the need to deliver more efficiently and sustainably. This brings significant opportunities for transformation modernising our operations, embracing digital innovation, and strengthening partnerships to ensure we remain resilient and future-ready. Our ambition is clear: to save and improve even more lives by building a world where every patient receives the donation they need. To achieve this, we are focused on five priorities: growing and diversifying our donor base; modernising our operations; driving innovation into practice; collaborating with partners; and investing in our people and culture.

Main duties of the job

The Opportunity

As our new Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, you will play a pivotal role in enabling the delivery of this strategy, reporting into the Chief Executive and working closely with the rest of our Board to support NHSBT through the next phase of our transformation. As Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, you will form a key part of the Board of an organisation dedicated to saving and improving thousands of lives each year. The postholder will be responsible for establishing a new Directorate within NHS Blood and Transplant, to lead the development of the organisations strategy and resulting portfolio of change and transformation. You will proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders, to respond to current and emerging priorities and opportunities and create strategic cohesion for the Board.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll 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.

Details

• Date posted: 02 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £131,301 to £161,600 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 009101
• Job locations: NHSBT- Filton, Filton, Bristol, BS34 7QH, United Kingdom, NHSBT- Barnsley, Capitol Way, Dodworth, Barnsley, S75 3FG, United Kingdom, NHSBT - Colindale, Charcot Road, Colindale, London, NW9 5BG, United Kingdom, NHSBT- Liverpool, 14 Estuary Banks, The Estuary Commerce Park, Speke, Liverpool, L24 8RB, United Kingdom, NHSBT - Colindale, Charcot Road, Colindale, London, NW9 5BG, United Kingdom, NHSBT- Tooting, 75 Cranmer Terrace, Tooting, London, SW17 0RB, United Kingdom, NHSBT- Birmingham, Vincent Drive, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2SG, United Kingdom, NHSBT- Manchester, Plymouth Grove, Manchester, M13 9LL, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an inspirational Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer who is capable of bringing our strategy to life, driving innovation and change through the organisation, in line with NHSBT’s ambitious development plans.

This is a rare national leadership role with the potential to influence the lives of millions of people while shaping an organisation that combines purpose with innovation.

If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your leadership to a purpose-driven organisation at the heart of the NHS, please visit: www.odgers.com/96412 or email your application to peter.mason@odgers.com

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment and help towards making NHSBT a great place to work for everyone. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or other personal circumstances. We are particularly keen to hear from those currently under-represented in the organisation.

Closing date is Monday 27th July.