Transformation Manager

NHS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Manchester seeks a Transformation Manager to develop and implement strategies aligned with their vision. This role includes leading business development, ensuring project delivery, and supporting governance documentation. Candidates should have PMO experience and healthcare knowledge, alongside strong communication and analytical skills. Competitive salary range of £52,479 to £59,173 per year, with benefits including flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Real living wage employer

Salary sacrifice car benefit scheme

Flexible working hours

30 days annual leave rising to 32 after five years

Qualifications

• Business development and tendering experience.
• PMO knowledge or experience.
• Understanding of the healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Transformation with strategy implementation.
• Lead business development and liaise with colleagues.
• Report progress to the Head of Transformation and others.

Skills

Clear communicator with excellent written and presentation skills

Competent in Microsoft Office applications and Teams

Critical thinking and data analysis skills

Attention to detail and strong oral and written communication

Education

Prince 2 Practitioner or similar qualification

Degree or relevant healthcare qualification

Job description

Transformation Manager – NHS Transformation Office

gtd healthcare is one of the largest NHS commissioned Primary and Urgent care providers in North West England. Based in Denton, Manchester, this role offers an exciting opportunity to join our Transformation Office, an enhanced Programme Management Office (PMO).

gtd healthcare delivers a diverse range of healthcare services across the north‑west from GP practices, urgent care and treatment centres in hospitals and a clinical hub and care coordination centre within our head office in Denton, Manchester.

Core responsibilities

• Support the Head of Transformation in developing and implementing changes identified within gtd's corporate strategy.
• Deputise for the Head of Transformation when unavailable.
• Lead business development and tendering processes, identifying new opportunities and liaising with colleagues across the organisation.
• Use programme and project management expertise to ensure the delivery of gtd's strategy and vision in a structured way.
• Carry out horizon scanning for future developments within the NHS.
• Liaise with managers, project leads and Heads of Service to scope projects and maintain high professional standards.
• Ensure all activities align with programme and project plans, manage exceptions, interdependencies, benefits, quality and risk management plans, and develop contingency plans as required.
• Report progress to the Head of Transformation and relevant boards and committees.

Other duties

• Support preparation of documentation for project governance groups including Finance & Audit Committee, Operations Committee, gtd healthcare Board and team meetings.
• Prepare project briefs, initiation documents, quality impact assessments, business cases and other necessary documentation.
• Assist with producing project documentation (workbook, risk register, communications plan, status report, etc.).
• Any other duties agreed with the line manager to meet organisational needs, including travel.

Person Specification

Experience

• Business development and tendering experience.
• PMO knowledge or experience.
• Understanding of the healthcare environment.
• Successful project delivery experience.
• Experience working in a large complex organisation.
• Generating reports for senior management teams.

Qualifications

• Prince 2 Practitioner or similar professional project management qualification.
• Degree or relevant healthcare qualification.

Skills and Attributes

• Clear communicator with excellent written and presentation skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications and Teams.
• Ability to take ownership of issues, tasks and actions.
• Team player and able to work autonomously.
• Critical thinking and data analysis skills.
• Well‑organised, able to prioritise demanding workload and conflicting deadlines.
• Confident liaising with professionals at all levels.
• Attention to detail and strong oral and written communication.

Benefits package

• Values‑driven organisation.
• Real living wage employer.
• Salary sacrifice car benefit scheme.
• Wagestream flexible pay access.
• 30 days annual leave rising to 32 after five years.
• Flexible working hours and policies.
• Family‑friendly and carer policies.
• Opportunities to apply for innovation and quality awards.
• Access to gtd healthcare wellbeing initiatives.
• Social and fun activities.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Contract

Permanent

Salary

£52,479 to £59,173 a year, depending on experience.

Working pattern

Full‑time, flexible working, home or remote working.

About us

At gtd healthcare we believe we do things differently. Our not‑for‑profit ethos, with a drive to innovate care offers patients the best experience possible and a unique opportunity to transform services. We are keen to develop and support staff to excel their career aspirations whilst making a positive difference to patients and the community. We put our people at the heart of everything we do. We are a values‑driven organisation and we are passionate about providing the best possible healthcare for our patients.