Business and Partnerships Manager to the Chief Executive

Job summaryUnder the Model ICB Blueprint and the 10 Year Health Plan, ICBs will adopt a more strategic commissioning role, focusing on population needs, reducing inequalities, and delivering the three shifts as defined in the 10 year health plan, all while operating within strict financial limits. The new organisation will operate on a larger scale with a revised vision and purpose, managing a commissioning budget of around 8 billion. Our role as a strategic commissioner is to transform our local NHS through exceptional commissioning and build an innovative health system fit for the 21st century that truly meets our communities needs. Informed by high quality data and insights, we will radically re-imagine how we operate, making sure that every pound in our system delivers the best possible value for everyone we serve. We will encourage and support our people to grow and develop new skills and embrace new agile ways of working. Everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas, seek feedback, and take part in creating a listening and learning culture where insight leads to improvement. We will work as a team of teams, collaborating across services and professions to deliver the best outcomes for our communities. You will be encouraged, and expected to model inclusive behaviours, valuing diverse perspectives and helping to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive.Main duties of the jobThis role is a key member of the Chief Executive & Chairs Office but is professionally accountable to the Director of Communications and Engagement. The role provides the Chief Executive with high-level strategic, operational, & administrative support to enable them to lead the Integrated Care Board effectively. The role works with the Director of Comms & Engagement to ensure the Chief Executive & Chairs office develops & maintains effective relationships with elected members (including local MPs), NHS orgs, LAs, the voluntary, community & social enterprise (VCSE) sector, & other system partners. The role works closely with the Director of Comms & Engagement & the Comms & Engagement team to ensure partnership activity, system relationships & Board-level messaging are coherent, aligned & effectively communicated both internally & externally. The role also undertakes discrete project work, supporting the Chief Executive, is responsible for compiling the Chief Executives report to the Board together with briefings, presentations & papers as required.The role provides line management to the Executive Assistant to the Chair & Chief Executive & acts as a trusted advisor & central coordination point, ensuring that priorities are progressed, governance arrangements are robust, & organisational business is managed efficiently & professionally. You require a high degree of discretion, political awareness, & ability to work autonomously in a complex, fast-paced system environment.About usUnder the Model ICB Blueprint and the 10 year Health Plan, ICBs will adopt a more strategic commissioning role, focusing on population needs, reducing inequalities, and delivering the three shifts as defined in the 10 year health plan, all while operating within strict financial limits.The new organisation will operate on a larger scale with a revised vision and purpose, managing a commissioning budget of around 8 billion. Our role as a strategic commissioner is to transform our local NHS through exceptional commissioning and build an innovative health system fit for the 21st century that truly meets our communities needs. Informed by high quality data and insights, we will radically re-imagine how we operate, making sure that every pound in our system delivers the best possible value for everyone we serve.We will encourage and support our people to grow and develop new skills and embrace new agile ways of working. Everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas, seek feedback, and take part in creating a listening and learning culture where insight leads to improvement. We will work as a team of teams, collaborating across services and professions to deliver the best outcomes for our communities. You will be encouraged, and expected to model inclusive behaviours, valuing diverse perspectives and helping to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive.DetailsDate posted28 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary 57,528 to 64,750 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference numberD9467-JD002Job locationsNHS Dorset Integrated Care BoardNHS Dorset - County HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJUnited KingdomNHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire Integrated Care BoardJenner House, Avon WayLangley ParkChippenhamWiltshireSN15 1GGUnited KingdomNHS Somerset Integrated Care BoardWynford HouseLufton WayYeovilSomersetBA22 8HRUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease also refer to the attached detailed Job Description.The Business and Partnerships Manager is a key member of the Chief Executive and Chairs Office but is professionally accountable to the Director of Communications and Engagement.The role provides the Chief Executive with high-level strategic, operational, and administrative support to enable them to lead the Integrated Care Board effectively. The role works with the Director of Communications and Engagement to ensure that the Chief Executive and Chairs office develops and maintains effective relationships with elected members (including local MPs), NHS organisations, local authorities, the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, and other system partners.The role works closely with the Director of Communications and Engagement and the Communications and Engagement team to ensure partnership activity, system relationships and Board-level messaging are coherent, aligned and effectively communicated both internally and externally.The role also undertakes discrete project work, supporting the Chief Executive, and is responsible for compiling the Chief Executives report to the Board together with briefings, presentations and papers as required.The role provides line management to the Executive Assistant to the Chair and Chief Executive.The post holder acts as a trusted advisor and central coordination point, ensuring that the Chief Executives priorities are progressed, governance arrangements are robust, and organisational business is managed efficiently and professionally.The role requires a high degree of discretion, political awareness, and the ability to work autonomously in a complex, fast-paced system environment. Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease also refer to the attached detailed Job Description.The Business and Partnerships Manager is a key member of the Chief Executive and Chairs Office but is professionally accountable to the Director of Communications and Engagement.The role provides the Chief Executive with high-level strategic, operational, and administrative support to enable them to lead the Integrated Care Board effectively. The role works with the Director of Communications and Engagement to ensure that the Chief Executive and Chairs office develops and maintains effective relationships with elected members (including local MPs), NHS organisations, local authorities, the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, and other system partners.The role works closely with the Director of Communications and Engagement and the Communications and Engagement team to ensure partnership activity, system relationships and Board-level messaging are coherent, aligned and effectively communicated both internally and externally.The role also undertakes discrete project work, supporting the Chief Executive, and is responsible for compiling the Chief Executives report to the Board together with briefings, presentations and papers as required.The role provides line management to the Executive Assistant to the Chair and Chief Executive.The post holder acts as a trusted advisor and central coordination point, ensuring that the Chief Executives priorities are progressed, governance arrangements are robust, and organisational business is managed efficiently and professionally.The role requires a high degree of discretion, political awareness, and the ability to work autonomously in a complex, fast-paced system environment.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialPlease also see attached Person Specification.Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement. Should have an appreciation of the relationship between health and care sector organisations including individual provider and commissioning organisations. Experience EssentialPlease also see attached Person Specification.Significant experience supporting senior executives in a complex organisation.Experience of working at Board or system leadership level.Programme or project management experience.Experience of line management and motivating a team including reviewing performance of the individuals.Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy and of researching best practice (globally, private and public sector), interpreting its relevance and processes/ practices which could be implemented successfully within a local context. Skills, Abilities & Knowledge EssentialPlease also see attached Person Specification.Strong understanding of NHS structures, governance and the Integrated Care System landscape. Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information with discretion and sound judgement.Negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues, and present complex and sensitive information to large and influential groups.Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills.Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Ability to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options.Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action.Strategic thinking ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise.Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.Proven ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively and influence at a senior level.Must be able to use initiative to decide relevant actions and make recommendations to Sponsor/ Manager, with the aim of improving deliverables and compliance to policies.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Ability to manage a budget and working knowledge of financial processes.Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change.Willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals and colleagues in the desire to provide or support the most appropriate interventions.Professional calm and efficient manner.Effective organiser, influencer and networker.Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialPlease also see attached Person Specification.Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in specialist area.Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement. Should have an appreciation of the relationship between health and care sector organisations including individual provider and commissioning organisations. Experience EssentialPlease also see attached Person Specification.Significant experience supporting senior executives in a complex organisation.Experience of working at Board or system leadership level.Programme or project management experience.Experience of line management and motivating a team including reviewing performance of the individuals.Experience of identifying and interpreting National policy and of researching best practice (globally, private and public sector), interpreting its relevance and processes/ practices which could be implemented successfully within a local context. Skills, Abilities & Knowledge EssentialPlease also see attached Person Specification.Strong understanding of NHS structures, governance and the Integrated Care System landscape. Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information with discretion and sound judgement.Negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues, and present complex and sensitive information to large and influential groups.Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills.Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Ability to analyse complex facts and situations and develop a range of options.Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action.Strategic thinking ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise.Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.Proven ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively and influence at a senior level.Must be able to use initiative to decide relevant actions and make recommendations to Sponsor/ Manager, with the aim of improving deliverables and compliance to policies.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Ability to manage a budget and working knowledge of financial processes.Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change.Willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals and colleagues in the desire to provide or support the most appropriate interventions.Professional calm and efficient manner.Effective organiser, influencer and networker.Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.Employer detailsEmployer nameNHS DorsetAddressNHS Dorset Integrated Care BoardNHS Dorset - County HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNHS DorsetAddressNHS Dorset Integrated Care BoardNHS Dorset - County HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJUnited KingdomEmployer's website