Job Description

Pathology Operations Manager (Band 8c) - The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust



The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a widely experienced Pathology Operations Manager to ensure effective and efficient operational, and strategic delivery of our world-class pathology services. This is an opportunity to contribute to the delivery of cutting-edge cancer diagnostics and research in an internationally renowned institution.



The Pathology Operations Manager plays a key role in overseeing operations, ensuring financial efficiency, and driving service improvement:



Operational management - Ensure the timely and efficient provision of high-performance pathology services Strategic management - Leading on strategy delivery for pathology services, promoting innovation, quality, opportunities for commercial development and operational excellence Stakeholder engagement - Collaborating with clinicians, internal and external partners Workforce - Ensuring key performance indicators, service level agreements, and financial targets are met. Delivering a recruitment and retention strategy

What We Are Looking For

Proven experience in pathology operational management within the NHS or healthcare sector. Strong leadership skills with a track record of delivering services that meet regulatory compliance and clinical requirements Ability to manage change, negotiate at a senior level, and lead projects that improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex business cases and stakeholder engagement

This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in influencing the future of pathology services within a centre of excellence in cancer care



The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.



At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.



At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.



For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification



This role represents an opportunity to be part of innovation and high impact work in an area of growth and strategic importance for the trust. The post holder will lead a dedicated team committed to providing the very best service and care for our patients and each other.



The Royal Marsden is at the forefront of cancer innovation and collaborate with the top experts globally. Staff are supported by extensive development opportunities and career progression. Health and wellbeing and an inclusive culture are also integral.



We will support your personal and professional journey every step of the way.