Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented administrator to join our Pre-Authorisation Finance team. You will be responsible for coordinating financial authorisations for international and private patients, ensuring timely and accurate processing to support patient admissions and treatments.
Main duties of the job
o Act as the first point of contact for pre-authorisation requests
o Liaise with embassies, insurers, and referral agencies to secure funding
o Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
o Support invoice preparation and assist with finance queries
o Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to deliver excellent patient service
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
30,546 to 32,207 a year per annum inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
271-IPC-7354803-A
Job locations
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Our Always values o Always welcoming o Always helpful o Always expert o Always one team

Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Business administration, GCSE Maths and English, Intermediate Level or equivalent work related experience.
• Able to demonstrate experience of working with patients and members other key departments team
• Experience as working as a team player
• Computer literacy
• Experience of busy pre-authorisation office setting

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate service-related information to all International stakeholders (managers, colleagues, consultants, clients and families).
• Ability to provide/receive complex or sensitive information relevant to the post to/from International stakeholders
• Ability to work successfully with all International stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and act on own initiative in situations within set policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide non-clinical advice and information.

GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.

Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Our Always values o Always welcoming o Always helpful o Always expert o Always one team

Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential

• NVQ level 3 in Business administration, GCSE Maths and English, Intermediate Level or equivalent work related experience.
• Able to demonstrate experience of working with patients and members other key departments team
• Experience as working as a team player
• Computer literacy
• Experience of busy pre-authorisation office setting

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate service-related information to all International stakeholders (managers, colleagues, consultants, clients and families).
• Ability to provide/receive complex or sensitive information relevant to the post to/from International stakeholders
• Ability to work successfully with all International stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and act on own initiative in situations within set policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide non-clinical advice and information.

GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.

Skills Required