OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated strategic leader to join the senior leadership team within one of our five clinical divisions. Division D encompasses a diverse and complex portfolio, including Neurosciences, EPOV (Ear, Nose and Throat, Head & Neck, Plastics, Oral/Maxillofacial, Vascular Surgery), and CDG-MODEL (Cardiology, Dermatology, Medical Genetics, Metabolic Medicine, Obesity, Diabetes/Endocrinology and Lipids). This is an opportunity to influence how care is provided now and in the future, driving performance, transformation and innovation.In this role you will operationally lead the services within the division, empowering the workforce to deliver safe and effective patient centric care. You will focus on the design and delivery of the Division's strategic vision with a commitment to continuous improvement. ResponsibilitiesDirect and facilitate the operational performance of the Division as a complex business, delivering high quality patient care, governance, patient safety, clinical quality and achievement of operational and financial targets.As a member of the Divisional leadership team (Divisional Board), lead business and strategic planning, shaping and implementing the Trust's corporate objectives within the Division with the Divisional Director.Enable, challenge and support Clinical Directors to deliver operational performance and development of their Clinical Directorate within resource constraints (including nursing, finance and HR).Deputise for the Divisional Director on divisional matters and provide visible leadership for the entire Division.Build capability and be responsible for performance across the division, in partnership with the Divisional Director.Provide operational leadership to the Divisional Nurse with professional oversight by the Chief Nurse.About usOur Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the Trust focuses on a quality service for patients, staff and partners. CUH’s values – Together, Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for local people and specialist services for regional, national and international populations. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. DetailsDate posted: 10 October 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 9Salary: £109,179 to £125,637 per yearContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference number: 180-F-255239Job locations: Addenbrookes Hospital - Division E, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQJob responsibilities and requirementsPlease see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 27 October 2025.Benefits to youCUH offers development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site facilities, travel concessions and parking support. Flexible working options may include part-time, job-share, term-time working and flexible start/finish times.We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential: Degree or equivalent professional qualificationEssential: Evidence of Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential: Relevant Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent management qualification)Desirable: Relevant professional registrationExperienceEssential: Substantial experience managing a large, complex health, social or similar serviceEssential: Track record of collaborative work with senior clinicians across multidisciplinary servicesEssential: Experience leading and managing change, commissioning and service planning, capacity and budget managementEssential: NHS acute sector experience and strategic long-term change leadershipDesirable: Experience across multiple areas of specialism and with third sector partnersKnowledgeEssential: Clinical and corporate governance; NHS and DH agendas; partnership working; lifelong learning; workforce planning and staff developmentDesirable: Knowledge of some specialtiesSkillsLeadership and ability to motivate and empower others; excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skillsInfluencing clinicians and managers for service improvement; risk management and SI handlingAbility to prioritise, meet tight deadlines, translate complex issues into clear plans, and deliver flexible solutionsData analysis, transformation and CIP experience; senior-level collaboration and political judgementAdditional RequirementsAbility to prioritise workload; work autonomously and within a teamFlexibility, resilience and professionalismAble to travel within the region and nationally; willing to work across the Trust; uphold Trust valuesDisclosure and SponsorshipThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 and Disclosure checks. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.This vacancy is time-limited; please note the closing date above.Employer details: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Addenbrookes Hospital, Division E, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ. Website: https://www.cuh.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr