As we continue to recover from the impact of the pandemic and accelerate towards greater integration working through our partnership in the Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care System (ICS) we are now looking for an exceptional individual to join our Trust Board. This wide-ranging role will decisively influence and help drive the strategic development of the Trust. Reporting to the Trust's Chief Executive and working closely with the Board and the Executive Directors, the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) will help to formulate strategic planning and decision-making will be pivotal to the successful achievement of the Trust's strategic objectives both internally and externally. They will play a central part in the effective management of the Trust's central financial, commercial, estates, digital, IT and informatics functions.

As we refresh our five year strategy we have exciting plans to grow and enhance our offer to our patients. Our vision is less pain, more independence and life changing care and we will deliver this through continuing to build on our strategic partnerships and alignment with the Birmingham and Solihull ICS. We will ensure that through this work we are connected to the vision and our people can work collaboratively with the 80,000 other health and social care workers, for the good our region and the communities who live here. The CFO will be a pivotal member of the executive team and a voting member of the Trust Board

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a candidate with an outstanding track record of success at Board level in the NHS or wider public sector. They will possess first class financial leadership and influencing skills and offer excellent strategic thinking dexterities with the ability to work effectively and credibly across a wide set of internal and external stakeholders.

At The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (ROH) we put people first. Our inclusive culture celebrates diversity and supports wellbeing. We are committed to providing rewarding career paths by prioritising professional development and our values are much more than words - they shape our behaviours and inform how we work.

The full job pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. To access both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

We would particularly encourage applications from those with protected characteristics and from under-represented groups, because we are committed to continually improving diversity and inclusivity within our organisation. Please note all applications must be received via NHS jobs website in order to be considered. You will only be able to upload one document so please combine your CV and cover letter as one document.

About us

The ROH in Birmingham is one of the largest orthopaedic centres in Europe. The Trust offers planned specialist care for all orthopaedic subspecialties including joint replacement surgery (arthroplasty), joint arthroscopy and reconstruction (keyhole surgery and ligament repairs), plus hand and foot surgery. A small amount of emergency and urgent activity is undertaken, generally in the field of spinal disorders no trauma activity is undertaken in the early stages after injury. We also treat private patients at our Woodlands Suite. The majority of our patients are local, but we also treat regional, national and international patients. Our estate is comprised of 14 operating theatres, a High Dependency Unit (HDU) and 113 beds across six wards, all on a single site.

In 2019, the Trust was rated as 'Good' by the CQC across all domains. We are regularly rated in the Top 10 trusts in the country for patient experience in the CQC's annual inpatient survey. We also score favourably in national Staff Survey feedback.

The Trust employs circa 1,245 staff, including multi-disciplinary clinical teams comprised of surgeons, nurses, anaesthetists, physiotherapists, radiologists, occupational therapists and other clinical professionals. There are also a range of non-clinical roles which add value to the Trust. There are many world-leading specialists at the Trust, undertaking pioneering work and research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. To access both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

Apply

For an informal discussion with Chief Executive, Jo Williams, please email a request to claire.kettle@nhs.net including your availability and contact details.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 20th June 2023

We would particularly encourage applications from those with protected characteristics and from under-represented groups, because we are committed to continually improving diversity and inclusivity within our organisation. Please note all applications must be received via NHS jobs website in order to be considered. You will only be able to upload one document so please combine your CV and cover letter as one document.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oQualified Accountant (CCAB, ACCA, CIPFA) oEducated to degree / masters' level or equivalent level of experience oPost graduate management qualifications Evidence of on-going CPD (continuing professional development).

Experience: - Skills Specialist knowledge

Essential

• oExtensive experience at Director level in an acute Trust, with experience across all elements of the Finance agenda. oExperience of developing and implementing financial strategies, aligned to organisational strategy Experience of supporting the work of a Board / Board sub-committees (Audit Committee, Finance and Investment Committee) oKnowledge and understanding of financial, digital, data, technology and estates issues in an acute Trust. oUnderstanding of change management approaches demonstrating experience of leading change programmes.

Communication and working relationships

Essential

• o Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills oDemonstrate highly developed leadership skills. oEvidence of highly developed inter-personal and communication skills across a range of situations across healthcare boundaries. oEvidence of analysis, interpretation and facilitation of highly complex data or information relating to the role. oAbility to build highly effective teams and deliver through them

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Bristol Road South

B31 2AP

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

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