Chief of Staff


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£94,356 to £108,814 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Norwich, NR4 7UG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	25 Oct 2026

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Summary

The Chief of Staff position will ensure priorities remain focused, decisions are translated into action and the Group operates with pace, purpose and accountability. You'll provide strategic leadership across governance, performance, risk management and organisational development.This is a highly influential role where you will: Drive delivery of the Group's strategic ambitions, ensuring priorities are effectively coordinated and implemented across all hospital sites. Lead high-profile transformation, improvement and innovation programmes that support better outcomes for patients and communities. Provide expert advice to the Chief Executive, Board and senior leaders on complex, sensitive and strategically important matters. Develop and oversee the Group's integrated performance and assurance framework, ensuring clear oversight of delivery, risk and organisational performance. Build strong relationships with NHS partners, regional and national stakeholders, influencing policy, strategy and system-wide collaboration. Ensure effective governance and successful implementation of Board and Executive decisions.Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Above all, you will help ensure that the Group's vision for outstanding, sustainable healthcare becomes a reality, delivering meaningful benefits for patients, staff and communities across Norfolk and Waveney.

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