Job Description

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH INDEED. Applications made through Indeed will not be accepted. To view the full & Person Specification or to apply, please go to our website https://www.queenscourt.org.uk/about-us/working-at-queenscourt/vacancies/ to complete an application form.

Executive Director of Business and Strategy Development

Permanent, Full time

Salary Band: 76,416 - 97,965

Queenscourt Hospice is an independent charity that provides free, specialist palliative care for the people of Southport, Formby and West Lancashire. We care for patients with advanced progressive illnesses helping them to achieve the best possible quality of life.

We receive only just over a fifth of our costs from the NHS and generate additional funds from charitable donations and support of the local community.

The role of Director of Business and Strategy Development has responsibility for all Non-Clinical Services which include Finance, Human Resources, Estates, Education, Technology and Income Generation.

This pivotal role encompasses significant executive responsibilities and the successful post holder will require a broad skillset. Of particular importance will be strong leadership skills; solid grounding in business acumen with an excellent understanding of financial reports, contracting and commissioning processes. The successful applicant will understand the charity sector and be able to bring a commercial focus to the generation of new income streams at a time of financial uncertainty for the charity and healthcare sectors.

Closing date: Sunday 12th of October 2025

Informal visits: Tuesday 21st of October 2025

Interviews to be held on: Wednesday 22nd of October 2025

For further information and to apply, please visit the vacancies page of Queenscourt's website at www.queenscourt.org.uk or for an informal chat please speak to Debbie Lawson on 01704 544645.

Are you Interested?

We offer:

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 29 and 30 at respective 5 and 10 year anniversaries

We recognise NHS service in respect of holidays, sickness and salary

We support NHS Pensions contributions for those with eligibility

Enhanced maternity, Paternity, adoption and shared parental leave

Occupational sickness scheme

Access to offers and discounts (including Blue Light Cards)

A comprehensive induction program with ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance program (EAP)

Free on-site parking

Supportive, employee focussed policies along with a wealth of wellbeing initiatives

Working in a modern, bright, and welcoming environment

Subsidised staff meals

Staff receive excellent support and supervision from our management team

Please note - Any applicants for roles at Queenscourt Hospice must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK at this time. Due to the size of our organisation and the nature of our business, it is critical that we fill vacancies quickly therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to provide evidence of right to work in the UK. As a registered charity we are also unable to offer financial relocation packages.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: 76,416.00-97,965.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person