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Business Manager COO office

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Oxford

AI generated summary

  • You should be a strategic thinker with strong business management experience, able to handle operational matters, manage budgets, and support project development in a healthcare setting.
  • You will support strategic planning, oversee performance, manage budgets, ensure governance compliance, and assist with projects and operational issues in the COO's office.

Requirements

  • Are you a strategic thinker with a proven track record in business management and operations?
  • We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Manager to join our Chief Operating Officer’s (COO) Office.
  • An exciting opportunity has emerged within the Chief Operating Officer team for the position of Business Manager.
  • This position will offer business support to the Chief Operating Officer and senior team, addressing daily operational matters in the COO's office.
  • You will assist the Chief Operating Officer’s team by monitoring adherence to both internal and external governance and best practice standards.
  • Additionally, you will work on specific projects for the Chief Operating Officer’s office, such as developing business cases and supporting recruitment processes.
  • Within this role you will create a system to oversee and report on the yearly budget of the Chief Operating Officer, working with the Senior Team to evaluate data, providing insights on value for money, cost benefits, and spending throughout the year, while ensuring that Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) savings are adequately planned.
  • The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
  • Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

Responsibilities

  • Your responsibilities will include strategic planning, performance oversight, and process improvements to ensure our Trust functions at optimal efficiency.
  • The Business Manager plays a crucial role in the Chief Operating Officer’s senior team, supporting the implementation of various initiatives and service delivery within the Directorate to achieve the Chief Operating Officer's strategic goals.
  • This position will offer business support to the Chief Operating Officer and senior team, addressing daily operational matters in the COO's office.
  • You will assist the Chief Operating Officer’s team by monitoring adherence to both internal and external governance and best practice standards.
  • Additionally, you will work on specific projects for the Chief Operating Officer’s office, such as developing business cases and supporting recruitment processes.
  • Within this role you will create a system to oversee and report on the yearly budget of the Chief Operating Officer, working with the Senior Team to evaluate data, providing insights on value for money, cost benefits, and spending throughout the year, while ensuring that Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) savings are adequately planned.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Business Manager in the COO office?

The main responsibilities include strategic planning, performance oversight, process improvements, managing operational tasks, supporting the implementation of initiatives, monitoring governance adherence, developing business cases, and managing the yearly budget for the COO's office.

What qualifications are needed for the Business Manager position?

Candidates should have a proven track record in business management and operations, strong strategic thinking skills, and experience in managing budgets and performance oversight.

Is prior experience in the NHS required for this role?

While prior experience in the NHS is not explicitly stated as a requirement, experience in a similar healthcare or operational environment would be advantageous.

Who will the Business Manager report to?

The Business Manager will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and support the senior team within the COO office.

Are there opportunities for professional development within this role?

Yes, working within the COO office at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides opportunities for professional growth, including involvement in strategic initiatives and project management.

Can you describe the working environment of the COO office?

The working environment in the COO office is dynamic and collaborative, focusing on delivering compassionate excellence in healthcare while supporting operational efficiency and strategic goals.

What are the core values that guide the Trust?

The core values include compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence, collectively aimed at putting patients at the heart of all operations.

How can I contact for further information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Felicity Taylor-Drewe, the Chief Operating Officer, at felicity.taylordrewe@ouh.nhs.uk, or reach out to the Executive Assistant, Joanne Hinton, at joanne.hinton@ouh.nhs.uk.

Is experience in budget management necessary for this position?

Yes, experience in budget management is necessary, as the Business Manager will be responsible for overseeing and reporting on the yearly budget of the COO’s office.

What kind of projects will the Business Manager work on?

The Business Manager will work on various projects, including developing business cases, managing recruitment processes, and supporting Cost Improvement Projects (CIP) savings planning.

A world renowned centre of clinical excellence and one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK. Care to join us?

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Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (OUH) is a world renowned centre of clinical excellence and one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK. The Trust is made up of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital (which includes the Children's Hospital, West Wing, Eye Hospital, Heart Centre and Women's Centre), the Churchill Hospital and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, all located in Oxford, and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury, north Oxfordshire. The Trust provides a wide range of clinical services, specialist services (including cardiac, cancer, musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation) medical education, training and research.