Hospital Director – Independent Mental Health Hospital, South West London | £130,000 + 20% bonus (up to £156,000 OTE)
Royal Blue Consultants is working with a leading independent mental health provider to appoint a Hospital Director for one of its flagship hospitals.
This is a senior, high-profile role at one of London’s best-known private psychiatric hospitals. You’ll have full accountability for a hospital of about 100 beds across seven wards, set in landscaped grounds.
The hospital
The hospital is known nationally for its work in:
- Adult acute mental health and addictions
- Child and adolescent eating disorders and CAMHS
- Inpatient, day care and outpatient services
The hospital treats mainly private patients, both insured and self-pay, and also delivers NHS-commissioned work. Patients have access to a wide range of therapies, including CBT, DBT, CAT, EMDR, schema therapy and more.
Why this role?
- A career-defining position at a flagship hospital
- A real mandate to shape the hospital’s next chapter, with investment already going into a stronger therapy leadership structure
- The hospital is rated Good overall by the CQC, and you’ll lead the next stage of its improvement
- A broad portfolio covering adult, young people’s, private and NHS services
- The outgoing Director is leaving on good terms after two years
The role
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will:
- Lead the Senior Management Team and a large multidisciplinary workforce
- Work with the Managing Director on clinical governance, patient safety and risk
- Own the business plan, including revenue growth, EBITDA, occupancy, quality outcomes and regulatory standards
- Keep the hospital inspection-ready and compliant with the Mental Health Act
- Build strong relationships with consultants, NHS and private commissioners, regulators, patients and families
What we’re looking for
- Senior leadership experience in private or independent healthcare (essential). Mental health, acute, rehab and independent hospital backgrounds are all welcome.
- Experience as a Hospital Director, Executive Director or MD, with full P&L and operational responsibility
- A strong commercial record in budgets, forecasting, cost control and service development
- Experience leading change and transformation
- Confidence working with clinical leaders, regulators and families
The package
- 20% management bonus based on KPIs (up to £156,000 OTE)
- Contributory pension
- Flexible benefits, including private healthcare and gym
- Birthday leave
- Sponsored professional qualifications
- Full time, 37.5 hours per week
We welcome applications from Hospital Directors and senior operational leaders across the independent healthcare sector.
Hospital Director in London employer: Royal Blue Consultants
Our client is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. Located in Roehampton, the role of Lead Therapist provides unique opportunities to lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team in a CQC-rated 'Good' facility, with access to ongoing training and career advancement within a reputable private hospital group. Employees benefit from a competitive salary and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those facing mental health challenges.
