Chief Finance and Commercial Officer

Job overview

Introduction from Chief Executive Stacey Keegan

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, and I should know, having first come to RJAH as Chief Nurse in November 2019, prior to my substantive appointment to the Chief Executive position in December 2022.

In my time here, I have seen that this is a Trust which is truly exceptional in the way in which it provides all aspects of care to our patients and to their families and friends. I am very impressed by the way we do that through a uniformed and team approach.

Whenever I spend time on one of our wards, I come away with a single conclusion – that, despite the challenges and pressures the NHS is facing, the staff  work tirelessly to provide our patients with the best possible care.

As Chief Executive, it is clear to me that the NHS and RJAH have a number of challenges to address as we move forward. Whilst much of what we achieve is of the highest standard, all members of our senior leadership team continue to focus on the aspects of our work which we could improve, but the Trust is well placed to respond to those challenges. I am pleased to say that through the hard work of the Executive Team, supported by all members of the Board, we have a clear view of the sort of hospital we want to be leading in the next few years and the evolving role of our hospital in the health and care system in which we operate.

Main duties of the job

Our strategy is based upon providing the world class care to our population and enhancing our reputation as a national centre of excellence. There remains much to do, and this requires an effective and compassionate unitary Board of Directors.

The Chief Finance and Commercial Officer will advise the Chief Executive, the Board of Directors and the Council of Governors on all aspects of financial strategy and financial management.

Jointly with other system partners, the Chief Finance and Commercial Officer is responsible for ensuring that the Integrated Care System (ICS) delivers its financial targets.

How to apply

Please submit a comprehensive CV, along with a covering letter which sets out your interest and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to the required criteria.   Please DO NOT apply through completion of the application form.

Applications should be  submitted to [email protected]

Please include within your CV the names and address of referees which cover a full 3 years of employment history (references will only be requested in the event of a conditional offer being made).

Further detail can be found within the Job description .  Our Candidate Brief can be accessed:

Candidate Brief: Chief Finance and commercial Officer

This is a rare opportunity for a talented, ambitious financial and commercially focused leader who shares our passion for outstanding quality services and aligns with our values.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Not an exhaustive list, full job responsibilities can be found within the job description.

• To provide strategic leadership for finance across the organisation in order to strengthen its contribution to the Trust’s activities.
• To take overall responsibility for financial strategy and all aspects of financial management of the Trust, being the principal financial advisor to the Trust Board, Chief Executive and Trust Management Board, ensuring the provision of financial performance statements and reports as required.
• To provide comprehensive financial services in line with statutory and regulatory purposes.
• To demonstrate an influential executive role and accountability for the development and delivery of the long-term financial strategy of the Trust.
• To influence and work collaboratively as part of a wider system to create opportunities to make sustainable long-term improvements to population health with key partners.
• Contribute to the development of a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide high-level commercial advice and to raise awareness of, and engage in dialogue over, commercial opportunities that support delivery of strategic and tactical business objectives.
• Create a sustainable pipeline of commercial developments and ensure financial plans are regularly updated with the latest commercial income forecasts.
• To appraise current and forecast outcomes of operational strategies and report on financial performance to the board and stakeholders and regulators as appropriate.
• To identify surplus assets and develop divestment programmes as appropriate.
• To apply rigorous generally accepted commercial disciplines and techniques in assessing viability of investment proposals.
• To maintain relationships with providers of finance. Ensure that the Trust’s financing profile is cost effective and long- and short-term requirements are properly matched.
• To create and promote a culture of inclusive, professional leadership. You will be visible as a collaborative financial leader and role model.
• To ensure that budgets are established within approved service agreements and maintain a budgetary control system to meet all necessary requirements.
• To be the Trust’s nominated executive lead for counter fraud
• To ensure strong professional leadership of the finance and commercialisation function.