Band 8b - General Manager, Women's and Children's
| Posting date: | 07 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £68,852.00 to £79,638.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £68852.00 - £79638.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 May 2026 |
| Location: | Watford, WD18 0HB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9360-26-0203 |
Summary
The post holder will be responsible for the daytoday operational management, performance delivery and financial control of a defined portfolio within the Womens & Childrens Division. Key responsibilities include service planning, performance management against national and local targets, budget management, workforce oversight and delivery of service improvement initiatives. The role works in close partnership with Clinical Directors, Matrons, Heads of Department and corporate teams including Finance, HR, Governance and Strategy. The General Manager will support effective governance, manage operational risks and escalations and contribute to Trustwide priorities and transformation programmes. The core working hours are Monday to Friday; however, flexibility is required to meet service needs. This may include occasional extended hours and attendance at meetings outside of normal working patterns. Full details will be discussed at interview.