Operational Innovations Director/Senior Manager in London

Location: Greater LondonSalary: 70,000 - 85,000 Per AnnumConsultant: Part of the Compass house of brands — Senior Principal Consultant - Consumer & Senior AppointmentsPhone:Call02393 874 295Email:tfitch@compassltd.co.ukLinkedIn:Operations Director – Private Healthcare70,000 – 83,000 + BenefitsOutside of London | Full-time | PermanentAre you an experienced operational leader within the private healthcare sector looking to play a pivotal role in the success of a growing healthcare provider?Compass Associates are exclusively partnering with a well-established private healthcare organisation to appoint an Operations Director into a newly established senior leadership position. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation committed to delivering exceptional patient care, operational excellence and continued service development.The OpportunityAs a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across all non-clinical functions, ensuring the organisation delivers an outstanding patient experience whilst maintaining the highest standards of operational performance, compliance and governance.This is a highly visible leadership role requiring an individual who can balance strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, leading multidisciplinary operational teams and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all non-clinical operational functions across the healthcare facility.Drive operational performance, service excellence and an exceptional patient experience.Provide leadership across Estates, Facilities Management, Health & Safety and Information Governance.Oversee third-party contractors and key supplier relationships.Lead operational improvement projects and support future service development initiatives.Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory and governance requirements.Develop, mentor and inspire operational management teams.Work collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team to deliver organisational objectives.Manage departmental budgets, monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and high performance.About YouTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:Significant senior operational leadership experience within the private healthcare sector.Experience managing operational services within a hospital or comparable healthcare environment.Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, Information Governance, Estates and Facilities Management.Experience delivering operational change and service improvement programmes.Commercial awareness with strong financial and budget management capabilities.Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams.Previous private healthcare experience is essential.Business development or commercial experience would be advantageous.Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious healthcare organisation at a pivotal stage in its development. You'll have the autonomy to influence operational strategy, lead meaningful improvement initiatives and make a significant impact on both organisational performance and patient outcomes.In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work within a supportive executive team that values innovation, collaboration and high-quality patient care.Location: Home Counties (commutable from North London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and surrounding areas).For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Tom Fitch at Compass Associates on 02393 874295 or [email protected].