Chief Executive Officer – General Practice Alliance (GPA)
Salary: £112,000–£129,000 per annum | Full Time
To be considered for this role, please submit a covering letter outlining your suitability against the criteria and why you believe you are a strong fit for the position.
Lead GPA into its next chapter
General Practice Alliance represents 26 member GP practices across Northamptonshire and delivers a broad range of services supporting primary care and local communities.
Following an independent organisational review, GPA is entering an exciting new phase focused on strengthening leadership, improving organisational effectiveness and building long-term sustainability.
We are seeking an exceptional leader to become our next Chief Executive Officer – someone who brings people with them, inspires confidence and enjoys turning ideas into action.
A different kind of CEO role
GPA is a small, agile organisation, and this is not a traditional CEO role. We are looking for a leader who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery – someone who can set direction, build relationships and get involved in making things happen.
You’ll be comfortable working with leaders, supporting teams, improving services, developing opportunities and solving challenges. You’ll bring energy, clarity and momentum, helping GPA continue to evolve and deliver for the practices and communities we serve.
About the Role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will:
- provide visible, accountable leadership across GPA
- lead the delivery of GPA’s next phase of development and improvement
- strengthen financial sustainability and identify opportunities for growth
- build a high-performing leadership team and support a positive organisational culture
- improve performance, governance and service delivery
- build strong relationships with member practices, commissioners and system partners
- champion innovation and technology to improve how GPA works
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced transformational leader who can lead organisations through change, improvement and growth.
You’ll bring:
- Significant leadership experience in complex organisations, with a track record of successfully leading change and improvement, with an understanding of the NHS and wider healthcare environment
- Strong financial and commercial judgement, including experience securing new opportunities and winning contracts
- The ability to turn strategy into clear priorities and deliver results
- Experience building trusted partnerships across the NHS and wider healthcare system
- A practical approach to using technology and innovation to improve how we work
- The ability to listen, value different perspectives and adapt, while having the confidence and resilience to challenge and make difficult decisions
Most importantly, you’ll be a visible, approachable and pragmatic leader who builds trust, brings people with you and gets things done.
Why Join GPA?
This is a unique opportunity to lead GPA into its next chapter. You’ll work alongside an engaged Board, committed member practices and a dedicated workforce who care deeply about the communities we serve.
Our ICE values – Innovation, Collaboration and Empower – guide how we work together. We’re looking for a CEO who shares these values, creates the conditions for people to thrive and helps GPA build a sustainable and successful future.
You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, with the support and autonomy to shape the organisation’s future.
Pay: £112,000.00-£129,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Northampton NN2 6AR
