We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at a pivotal time for cancer care. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in the transformation and continuous improvement of cancer services, supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care aligned with the national cancer strategy.
As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive strategic transformation across cancer pathways, leading programmes that enhance clinical outcomes, operational performance, and patient experience. You will work collaboratively with clinical, operational, and system partners to redesign services, embed innovation, and deliver sustainable improvements across the cancer portfolio.
This role offers a unique opportunity to influence service development at scale, ensuring that King’s remains at the forefront of cancer care through the adoption of best practice, digital innovation, and evidence-based redesign.
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Lead the development and delivery of strategic transformation programmes across cancer services
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on performance, quality, and patient outcomes
Translate national cancer priorities into local delivery plans, ensuring alignment with the NHS Long Term Plan and national cancer strategy
Work in partnership with clinicians, regional networks, and system stakeholders to redesign pathways and improve access, timeliness, and equity of care
Identify and implement innovative approaches to service delivery, including use of data, digital tools, and new models of care
Provide strong programme leadership, governance, and assurance across complex transformation initiatives
You will be an experienced leader with a strong track record in service improvement and transformation within a healthcare setting. You will bring strategic insight, operational expertise, and a passion for improving cancer care.
You will demonstrate:
Strong understanding of cancer pathways and national cancer priorities
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Proven success in leading transformation in complex organisations
Ability to work across organisational boundaries and drive system-wide change
A commitment to delivering measurable improvements in patient outcomes and experience
King’s College Hospital is one of the UK’s leading teaching hospitals, with an established reputation for excellence in cancer care. This role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of cancer services within a high-performing organisation and across the wider health system.
You will play a key role in supporting the development of cancer services at King’s, ensuring they are aligned with national strategy and responsive to the evolving needs of our diverse communities.
If you are motivated by making a real impact and leading meaningful transformation in cancer care, we would love to hear from you.
