Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

National Role

Grade ESM2: up to £161,600 plus NHS Pension and Benefits

As an essential part of the NHS, NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) works to make the most of every donation – from blood and organs to tissues and stem cells. We are more than a healthcare organisation: we are also a complex supply chain, a biomedical manufacturer, and a trusted partner in research and innovation.

At our heart, we enable daily acts of generosity – from the thousands of blood donors who give their time every day, to the families who, in moments of profound grief, consent for their loved ones to become organ and tissue donors. It is for these donors, their families, and the patients they help that we strive to be the very best in everything we do.

The environment in which we operate is changing. We face increasing demand, evolving technology, and the need to deliver more efficiently and sustainably. This brings significant opportunities for transformation – modernising our operations, embracing digital innovation, and strengthening partnerships to ensure we remain resilient and future-ready.

Our ambition is clear: to save and improve even more lives by building a world where every patient receives the donation they need. To achieve this, we are focused on five priorities: growing and diversifying our donor base; modernising our operations; driving innovation into practice; collaborating with partners; and investing in our people and culture.

The Opportunity

As our new Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, you will play a pivotal role in enabling the delivery of this strategy, reporting into the Chief Executive and working closely with the rest of our Board to support NHSBT through the next phase of our transformation. As Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, you will form a key part of the Board of an organisation dedicated to saving and improving thousands of lives each year.

The postholder will be responsible for establishing a new Directorate within NHS Blood and Transplant, to lead the development of the organisation’s strategy and resulting portfolio of change and transformation. You will proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders, to respond to current and emerging priorities and opportunities and create strategic cohesion for the Board.

We are seeking an inspirational Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer who is capable of bringing our strategy to life, driving innovation and change through the organisation, in line with NHSBT’s ambitious development plans.

This is a rare national leadership role with the potential to influence the lives of millions of people while shaping an organisation that combines purpose with innovation.

If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your leadership to a purpose-driven organisation at the heart of the NHS, please visit: www.odgers.com/96412 or email your application to peter.mason@odgers.com

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment and help towards making NHSBT a great place to work for everyone. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or other personal circumstances. We are particularly keen to hear from those currently under-represented in the organisation.

Closing date is Monday 27^th July.